Sean Hewitt

Biography

Sean Kenneth Hewitt, born on October 4, 1935, in Matheson, Ontario, Canada, was an actor, producer, and vibrant soul known for his infectious laugh. He discovered his passion for acting in night classes, leading him to London, UK, where he met his wife Claire. His career spanned film, TV, and the West End stage, notable for works like Fiddler on the Roof, Cabaret alongside Judi Dench, and the cult horror film The Sender. He is known for his contributions to various productions, including "Battlefield Earth" (2000), "Crimson Peak" (2015), and his involvement in the Canadian educational television series "Read All About It!" (1979). In his 70s, he ventured into film production, creating Carry Me Home for Showtime and establishing EmChris Films. After the end of his marriage, Sean embarked on a new journey as a Gay man, championing LGBTQ rights in New York City. Hewitt passed away on June 6, 2019, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, leaving behind a legacy within the entertainment industry.

Known For

Crimson Peak

as Reverend

Thinner

as "DR" Fander

M. Butterfly

as Ambassador's Aide

Vampire Circus

as First Soldier

The Sender

as The Messiah

The New Alfred Hitchcock Presents

as Ralph Elenson

The New Alfred Hitchcock Presents

as Danny Mosely

The Ray Bradbury Theater

as Dr. Burleigh

Wild Thing

as Father Quinn

Striking Poses

as Major