Sean Hewitt
- Known for
- Acting
- Born
- October 4, 1935
- Died
- June 6, 2019
Sean Kenneth Hewitt, born on October 4, 1935, in Matheson, Ontario, Canada, was an actor, producer, and vibrant soul known for his infectious laugh. He discovered his passion for acting in night classes, leading him to London, UK, where he met his wife Claire. His career spanned film, TV, and the West End stage, notable for works like Fiddler on the Roof, Cabaret alongside Judi Dench, and the cult horror film The Sender. He is known for his contributions to various productions, including "Battlefield Earth" (2000), "Crimson Peak" (2015), and his involvement in the Canadian educational television series "Read All About It!" (1979). In his 70s, he ventured into film production, creating Carry Me Home for Showtime and establishing EmChris Films. After the end of his marriage, Sean embarked on a new journey as a Gay man, championing LGBTQ rights in New York City. Hewitt passed away on June 6, 2019, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, leaving behind a legacy within the entertainment industry.
Filmography
Crimson Peak 2015
as Reverend
Striking Poses 1999
as Major
My Own Country 1998
as Chester Mews
Swann 1997
as Morton Jimroy
Thinner 1996
as DR Fander
M. Butterfly 1993
as Ambassador's Aide
The Shower 1992
as Uncle Maury
Palais Royale 1988
as Mr. Gillis
Wild Thing 1987
as Father Quinn
Barnum 1986
as Coley Draper
Apology 1986
as Custodian
The Sender 1982
as The Messiah
Big Zapper 1973
as Fingers
Made 1972
as Andy
Vampire Circus 1972
as First Soldier
Credits from TMDB.