JAMES DOOHAN
Name: James Montgomery Doohan
Born: 3 March 1920 Vancouver, BC, Canada
Died: 20 July 2005 Redmond, Washington, U.S.A.
James Montgomery Doohan (March 3, 1920 – July 20, 2005) was a Canadian character
and voice actor best known for his role as Montgomery "Scotty" Scott in the
television and film series Star Trek. Doohan's characterization of the Scottish
Chief Engineer of the Starship Enterprise was one of the most recognizable
elements in the Star Trek franchise. He also made several contributions behind
the scenes for the Star Trek franchise. Many of the characterizations,
mannerisms, and expressions that he established for Scotty and other Star Trek
characters have become entrenched in popular culture.
Outside of his performances in Star Trek and other television shows and films,
Doohan was also a wounded combat veteran of World War II. Following his success
with Star Trek, he supplemented his income and showed continued support for his
fans by making numerous public appearances. Doohan often went to great lengths
to buoy the large number of fans who have been inspired to make their own
accomplishments in engineering and other fields, as a result of Doohan's work
and his encouragement. Doohan was considered by some to be one of the most
giving and affable stars of the Star Trek franchise.
Name: James Montgomery Doohan
Born: 3 March 1920 Vancouver, BC, Canada
Died: 20 July 2005 Redmond, Washington, U.S.A.
James Montgomery Doohan (March 3, 1920 – July 20, 2005) was a Canadian character
and voice actor best known for his role as Montgomery "Scotty" Scott in the
television and film series Star Trek. Doohan's characterization of the Scottish
Chief Engineer of the Starship Enterprise was one of the most recognizable
elements in the Star Trek franchise. He also made several contributions behind
the scenes for the Star Trek franchise. Many of the characterizations,
mannerisms, and expressions that he established for Scotty and other Star Trek
characters have become entrenched in popular culture.
Outside of his performances in Star Trek and other television shows and films,
Doohan was also a wounded combat veteran of World War II. Following his success
with Star Trek, he supplemented his income and showed continued support for his
fans by making numerous public appearances. Doohan often went to great lengths
to buoy the large number of fans who have been inspired to make their own
accomplishments in engineering and other fields, as a result of Doohan's work
and his encouragement. Doohan was considered by some to be one of the most
giving and affable stars of the Star Trek franchise.