Sydney Walker (May 5, 1921 – September 30, 1994) was an American character actor of stage and screen and voice artist, with a career that spanned over five decades.
Early life
Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Walker developed an interest in drama from attending films as a child. He was especially enamored of death scenes, sometimes enacting them to entertain others. When he was 15, he began acting in small theater productions. He gained more experience through an apprenticeship with the Hedgerow Theatre in Pennsylvania. He left there to serve in World War II and then returned. He developed his skills further by studying at the Conservatory of Music and Dramatic Art in Paris, focusing on pantomime and singing.
Career
Walker was primarily a stage actor. After he studied in Paris, he performed at the Pasadena Playhouse and La Jolla Playhouse.
Filmography
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! Year
! Title
! Role
! Notes
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| 1968 || A Lovely Way to Die || ||
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| 1970 || The Way We Live Now || Lincoln ||
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| 1970 || Puzzle of a Downfall Child || Psychiatrist ||
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| 1970 || Love Story || Dr. Shapeley ||
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| 1990 || Best Shots || Uncle Jack ||
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| 1992 || Prelude to a Kiss || Old Man ||
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| 1993 || Mrs. Doubtfire || Bus Driver ||
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| 1994 || Getting Even with Dad || Mr. Wankmueller || (final film role)
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