Carmen Argenziano facts for kids
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Carmen Argenziano
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Argenziano at SciFi Convention 2012 in Toulouse
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Carmen Antimo Argenziano
October 27, 1943 Sharon, Pennsylvania, U.S.
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| Died | February 9, 2019 (aged 75) Los Angeles, California, U.S.
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| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1969–2019 |
| Children | 3 |
Carmen Antimo Argenziano (born October 27, 1943 – died February 9, 2019) was an American actor. He appeared in many movies and television shows. He was most famous for his role as Jacob Carter in the science fiction TV series Stargate SG-1. He also had important parts in other popular TV shows like Booker, L.A. Law, Melrose Place, and The Young and the Restless. You might have also seen him in movies such as The Godfather Part II and Angels & Demons.
Life and Acting Career
Carmen Argenziano was born in Sharon, Pennsylvania. He grew up in a nearby town called Sharpsville. His parents, Elizabeth and Joseph, were from Italy. He had three children: two sons and a step-daughter.
One of Carmen's most well-known roles was playing Jacob Carter in the TV series Stargate SG-1. In this show, he played a military general who later became a host for an alien named Selmak. This role made him very popular with science fiction fans.
He was also a lifelong member of the Actors Studio. This is a special place where actors can train and work on their craft. He won an award called the Los Angeles Drama Critics' Circle Award. He earned this award for his great acting in a play called A Prayer for My Daughter.
Carmen Argenziano also appeared in other TV shows. For example, he was in House M.D. in 2007. He played a character who was pretending to be a doctor. In 2009, he was a guest star in the crime show Criminal Minds. He played a character named Father Paul Silvano in that episode.
Carmen Argenziano passed away on February 9, 2019. He was 75 years old and died from lung cancer.
Where You Might Have Seen Him
Carmen Argenziano had a very long acting career. He appeared in many different types of movies and TV shows.
Movies
He was in over 70 movies. Some of his notable film roles include:
- The Godfather, Part II (1974) – a small but memorable role.
- When a Stranger Calls (1979) – a suspenseful thriller.
- Sudden Impact (1983) – a film from the Dirty Harry series.
- Stand and Deliver (1988) – a movie about a dedicated teacher.
- The Accused (1988) – a drama about a serious legal case.
- Broken Arrow (1996) – an action film.
- Gone in 60 Seconds (2000) – a car heist movie.
- Swordfish (2001) – a cyber-thriller.
- Identity (2003) – a mystery thriller.
- Angels & Demons (2009) – a mystery based on a popular book.
Television Shows
Carmen Argenziano also had roles in about 100 TV movies or episodes. Besides Stargate SG-1, some of his other TV appearances include:
- The F.B.I. (1973)
- Kojak (1974)
- Columbo (1975)
- The Rockford Files (1976–1979)
- The A-Team (1984)
- Cheers (1984)
- L.A. Law (1986–1992) – where he played a lawyer.
- Booker (1989–1990) – a spin-off from 21 Jump Street.
- Melrose Place (1992–1994) – a popular drama series.
- Walker, Texas Ranger (1994–1997)
- The Practice (1998–2003)
- 24 (2003)
- CSI: NY (2006–2008) – where he played Inspector Stanton Gerrard.
- The Young and the Restless (2008–2009) – a long-running soap opera.
- The Mentalist (2010)
- Castle (2010)
- Hawaii Five-0 (2014)
See also
In Spanish: Carmen Argenziano para niños
