Terry Carter, TV Actor Known for Battlestar Galactica and McCloud, Passes Away at 95
1970s TV actor Terry Carter, known for his roles in Battlestar Galactica and McCloud, has passed away at the age of 95. He died peacefully at his New York home, as announced on his official website.
Breaking Barriers in Television
- Carter was one of the first black actors to become a TV sitcom regular in 1956, playing Private Sugarman on The Phil Silvers Show.
- His career spanned decades, with notable roles such as Detective Max Jaffie in the 1970 hit film Company Of Killers and Sergeant Joe Broadhurst in the US police drama series McCloud.
Iconic Roles in Battlestar Galactica and Beyond
One of Carter’s most well-known roles was as Colonel Tigh in the original Battlestar Galactica series in 1978. The show followed a group of humans seeking a new home as they fled the destruction of their homeland by the Cylons.
Recognition and Legacy
- In 1989, Carter was nominated for an Emmy award for producing and directing a TV musical documentary about Duke Ellington.
- His diverse credits include roles in films like Foxy Brown and Benji, as well as producing a documentary about Katherine Dunham.
Personal Life and Legacy
Carter is survived by his wife Etaferhu Zenebe-DeCoste, his children Miguel and Melinda, and Mrs. Zenebe-DeCoste’s daughter. He was twice widowed, preceded in death by his late wives Anna DeCoste (1964–1990) and Beate Glatved DeCoste (1991–2006).
