Merrill Connally

Biography

Merrill Lee Connally, Sr. was an American film actor, county administrative judge, and rancher. He was the brother of Governor John B. Connally, Jr. Merrill Connally appeared in films such as Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977), Rush (1991), and The Sugarland Express (1974). His contributions to both public service and the arts were significant in Texas.

Known For

Close Encounters of the Third Kind

as Team Leader

The Sugarland Express

as Mr. Looby

Rush

as Defense Attorney

Wild Texas Wind

as Judge Bolen

Alamo: The Price of Freedom

as Davy Crockett

The Girls in the Office