Memorable characters: Good Ol’ Boys from Blues Brothers, Murdock from Rambo II
Charles L. Napier (April 12, 1936 – October 5, 2011) was an American actor, known for his portrayals of square-jawed tough guys and military types.
Charles Napier served in the U.S. Army with the 11th Airborne Division before becoming an actor.
Napier was a regular in Jonathan Demme-directed movies, including The Silence of the Lambs and Philadelphia. Some of Napier’s memorable roles include Murdock, the intelligence officer commanding Rambo in Rambo: First Blood Part II (1985) and Tucker McElroy, lead singer and driver of the Winnebago for “The Good Ol’ Boys” in The Blues Brothers (1980).
Charles Napier cause of death
Charles Napier was found collapsed at home, and was taken off life support the next day. Exact cause of death is not specified as of October 6, 2011.
Charles Napier was 75 years old at the time of his death
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