People Johnny Lee Davenport. 10:27 AM PDT Profile for John Lee Schomer, 75 years old, currently living in Davenport, IA with the phone number (563) 324-2663. Johnny Lee Davenport (July 24, 1950 – February 2, 2020) was an American actor, known for his role as Marshal Henry in 1993's The Fugitive, a role he would reprise in 1998's U.S. Another, Johnny Lee Davenport, would go on to a substantial film career, including roles in “The Fugitive” (1993), “U.S. Johnny Lee Davenport returns to CSC after A Midsummer Night’s Dream with Boston Landmarks Orchestra. We miss you. He died on February 2, 2020 from leukemia. RIP actor Johnny Lee Davenport. He was an actor, known for, Sat, May 15 [4] Rest in peace my friend,” A Laughing Scoundrel said in a tweet 8:11 PM PDT Featuring Johnny Lee Davenport (The Whipping Man) as Justice Thurgood Marshall, the first African-American to sit on the Supreme Court, Thurgood spans Marshall’s impressive career as a lawyer, arguing such landmark cases as Brown v. Board of Education. Join Facebook to connect with Johnny Lee Davenport and others you may know. Marshals (1998), rejoining several cast mates, including leading star Tommy Lee Jones. Trade Mark (1) Archives. “A proper titan of stage and screen died today. Photo: Stratton McCrady Photography. Johnny Lee. Johnny Lee Davenport was possibly the most gifted and impressive actor I’ve ever had the privilege to share a scene with. His regional credits include The Oedipus Plays (Shakespeare Theatre Company), Master Harold... and the Boys (Gloucester Stage Company), Broke-ology (Lyric Stage Company), The Tempest and Othello (Tennessee Shakespeare Company), and Neighbors (Company One). Omar Robinson, Johnny Lee Davenport*, and Johnnie McQuarley in the foreground, with Jesse Hinson* (Pericles) and the cast in the background. Johnny Lee Davenport. Other Works. [2], Davenport was born in Shreveport, Louisiana and grew up in Aurora, Illinois. Johnny Lee Davenport is on Facebook. There, he attended West Aurora High School, where he was cast in the school’s production of the musical Carousel . One of the stars of our production Anna Christie, Johnny Lee Davenport, reads the poem "The Sound of the Sea" by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. A service is to follow at 11 a.m. By Maureen O'Donnell Feb 3, 2020, 8:48pm CST More details available. Actor Johnny Lee Davenport, a graduate of West Aurora High School, seen here in the 2018 play “Thurgood,” died Feb. 2 at age 69. JOHNNY LEE DAVENPORT* performed at New Repertory Theatre in Oleanna, Thurgood, The Whipping Man, and A House with No Walls. He died on February 2, 2020 from leukemia. Johnny Lee Davenport previously appeared at the Huntington in Vengeance is the Lord’s (2010) (IRNE Award nomination). Watch popular content from the following creators: Lee Davenport(@leedavenport0), Johnny Lee(@sleepingboiiii), Kristin Gandy (@kgandy73), Jason(@jason_louisiana_country), Big Kahuna(@miztex) . Marshals” (1998) and “Ted” (2012). He also had a talent to match. Other area credits include Thurgood, The Whipping Man, and A House with No Walls (New Repertory Theatre), The Unbleached American (Stoneham Theatre); It’s A Wonderful Life, A Radio Play (Wheelock Family Theatre); Water by the Spoonful and Broke-ology/Elliot Norton Award, Best Actor … And what's straight, I have my own, which is most. Talk:Johnny Lee Davenport. The Modern Theatre at Suffolk University 525 Washington St., Boston April 17 – May 12, 2013 ASP Facebook Page. “FREDERICK DOUGLASS!” he said, giving credit to the words that silenced my mother. Now, my charms are all over thrown. Best known to film audiences as U.S. Deputy Marshal Henry in The Fugitive (1993), a role he reprised in the sequel U.S. His wife Kelly and his daughter were heroic caregivers these past few months. Johnny. (Courtesy Kevin Sprague) This article is more than 1 year old. Photo by Ruth Sovronsky - © 2009 Johnny Lee Davenport was a classic in every sense of the word. [3] He also appeared as Chris, the father of Anna Christie in "Anna Christie" by Eugene O'Neill at the Lyric Stage Company of Boston (April 6-May 6. His credits in that venue include Bottom in A Midsummer Night’s Dream, As You Like It, Twelfth Night, Henry IV, Parts 1 & 2, Richard II, the title role in Othello, A Winter’s Tale, Measure for Measure, Richard III, Hamlet, and Henry V. During the 1990s he performed frequently in Chicago venues, including the Steppenwolf, Court, and Goodman Theaters. [5], Davenport was named Best Actor in Boston Magazine for his body of work during the 2010-2011 season and was a recipient of Washington, D.C.’s Helen Hayes Award. He died on February 2, 2020 in Boston, Massachusetts, USA. Hat tip to @LEEBEY for pointing ou… - 1 year ago @PawstinTexas: RT @suntimesobits: 'I might be crazy, but that train sounds like an El.' He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend. 2018. Johnny Lee Davenport passed away on February 2, 2020, from complications caused by Acute Myeloid Leukemia. Plays in which he appeared include Miss Julie, Cry, the Beloved Country, and Comedians. Johnny Lee was speaking the words of Douglass at a July 4 performance featuring the Boston Pops on PBS. About From the time he was cast in the role of Jaquot in the musical Carnival at West Aurora High School, Johnny Lee Davenport has recognized and been driven by the power of theatre. I was intrigued because I thought Johnny was reciting Douglass’ scandalous 1852 speech, “What to the … As an actor, as a raconteur, and as a friend. on Presented by Actor’s Shakespeare Project by William Shakespeare directed by Allyn Burrows. Johnny Lee Davenport, You will never be forgotten. Uncategorized; Meta. Marshals. Is true, I must hear be confined by you or said to Naples. He was allowed to pass peacefully. Like the guy I knew on the screen, Johnny Lee Davenport. Jump to navigation Jump to search. Beyond Classical Theatre honors the legacy of Johnny Lee Davenport by giving actors of color, with a specific passion for classical theatre, opportunities to prepare for excellence in the performance… Continue Reading. His voice was majestic, his diction impeccable, his smile irresistible and his generosity unbounded. Johnny Lee Davenport (July 24, 1950 – February 2, 2020) was an American actor, known for his role as Marshal Henry in 1993's The Fugitive, a role he would reprise in 1998's U.S. Johnny Lee Davenport was born on July 24, 1950 in Shreveport, Louisiana, USA. Posted on February 10, 2021 April 9, 2021. Johnny Lee Davenport. Facebook gives people the power to share and makes the world more open and connected. Whether you're ready for the return of your favorite show or need to catch up, May is packed with an array of returning series. Showing all 5 items Played Othello in in _Othello_, by William Shakespeare, directed by Scott Wentworth, Indiana Repertory Theatre, Indianapolis, Indiana, March 14-April 15, 2000. Johnny Lee Davenport, actor in ‘The Fugitive,’ Chicago plays, dead at 69; UPDATED with services Saturday Friends and family are invited to gather for fellowship at 10 a.m. Saturday (Feb. 29) at Progressive Baptist Church, 275 S. Barnes Rd., Aurora. He was an actor, known for The Fugitive (1993), U.S. Donate. We miss you. The donate button below allows you to give directly to the Johnny Lee Davenport Fellowship, so BCT can continue to provide training opportunities to actors of color, in both the performance and teaching of classical theatre, for years to come. I love you, Johnny Lee and I miss you everyday. As a student at Southern Illinois University Carbondale, he helped start that school’s acting company.[3]. We sorely miss him. He was a warm and genuine man with an enormous heart. Johnny Lee Davenport and Director Benny Sato Ambush collaborate for a powerful production of George Stevens, Jr.'s THURGOOD in its area premiere at New Repertory Theatre in Watertown. We sorely miss him. The donate button below allows you to give directly to the Johnny Lee Davenport Fellowship, so BCT can continue to … on STZENB (604), Broadway 'Motel' Austin Pendleton to Helm Fiddler for New Rep's 2016-17 Season, Face-Off: 'Three Billboards' vs. 'The Fugitive' vs. 'Deliverance'. Playing Great Grand Daddy Deus – and his alter egos Madison Eaton, a chef, and Super Fly Tireseus, the "shagadelic" prophet – is one of the acting gods of Boston theater, Johnny Lee Davenport. Keep Johnny’s Dream & Legacy Alive: Beyond Classical Theatre; Johnny Lee Davenport: July 24, 1950 – February 2, 2020; Today 10/1 Mt. Discover short videos related to Johnny Lee Davenport on TikTok. Which is the best series comprising only 2 films. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend. Courtesy Lorenzo Clemmons. WikiProject Biography (Rated Stub-class) This article is within the scope of WikiProject Biography, a collaborative effort to create, develop and organize Wikipedia's articles about people. Love you brother. The following year he became a member of the theater group Shakespeare & Company in Lenox, Massachusetts, and went to perform with the company 16 seasons. Marshals (1998) and Ted (2012). Marshals (1998) and Ted (2012). He was an actor, known for The Fugitive (1993), U.S. [6], Johnny Lee Davenport: July 24, 1950 – February 2, 2020, "Johnny Lee Davenport, actor in 'The Fugitive,' other movies, TV shows, Chicago plays, dead at 69", "Johnny Lee Davenport, actor in 'The Fugitive,' Chicago plays, dead at 69", https://test.lyricstage.com/productions/anna-christie/, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Johnny_Lee_Davenport&oldid=1007424301, Short description is different from Wikidata, Wikipedia articles with WorldCat-VIAF identifiers, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License, Best Supporting Actor (play), Large Theater, Best Supporting Actor (Play), Midsize Theater, Best Supporting Actor (Play), Small Theater, This page was last edited on 18 February 2021, at 02:07. TSC actor Johnny Lee Davenport passed away Sunday night in Boston. He was nearly 70 years old. Marshals. Since then, he has appeared in more than 200 professional productions throughout the … Explore the latest videos from hashtags: #johnandavenport, #johnnydavenport1, #johnnyleverdialogue, #johnnylever . RIP actor Johnny Lee Davenport. Thank you for visiting, and we hope you’ll help us realize Johnny’s dream. Actor Male / Massachusetts . Johnny Lee Davenport. Other area credits include The Unbleached American (Stoneham Theatre); It’s A Wonderful Life, A Radio Play (Wheelock Family Theatre); Water by the Spoonful and Broke-ology/Elliot Norton Award, Best Actor (The Lyric Stage Company); Driving Miss Daisy and Master … Johnny Lee Davenport. Johnny Lee Davenport was born on July 24, 1950 in Shreveport, Louisiana, USA. Johnny Lee Davenport was born on July 24, 1950 in Shreveport, Louisiana, USA. (June 2002) : Plays in "Macbeth" play by William Shakespeare (Founders' Theater, Lenox, Massachussets, USA). 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