John Dunsworth - Famous Casting Director

John Dunsworth Net Worth

$500,000

John Dunsworth had a net worth of $500 thousand. The famous Canadian actor, known for his iconic portrayal of Jim Lahey in ‘Trailer Park Boys,’ passed away in 2017 leaving behind a legacy in the entertainment industry.

Key facts:

  • John Dunsworth was a Canadian actor and director who contributed to the growth of the theatre scene in Nova Scotia.
  • He founded the Pier One Theatre in Halifax, Nova Scotia, the city's first professional theatre company, in 197, which played a significant role in cultivating local theatre talent.
  • Dunsworth is best known for his portrayal of Jim Lahey, a trailer park supervisor, and former police officer in the comedy series 'Trailer Park Boys,' which became a cult favorite. His performance was widely praised for its comedic timing and depth.
  • Aside from his acting career, Dunsworth was known for his off-screen passion for stone sculpting, environmental causes and was actively involved in community projects in Nova Scotia.
  • Jon Dunsworth passed away on October 16, 2017, from an undisclosed illness, leaving a significant loss to the Canadian entertainment industry.

Basic Information About John Dunsworth

CategoryCelebrities β€Ί Actors
ProfessionsActor, Casting Director
Net worth$500,000
Date of birth1946-04-12
Place of birthBridgewater
Date of death2017-10-16 (aged 71)
NationalityCanada
Spouse16 October - Elizabeth Bates (1974 - Β 2017)Β (his death)Β (4 children)
GenderMale
Height5 ft 10 in (1.78 m)
Social Mediaβ†—οΈŽ Wikipedia β†—οΈŽ IMDb

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John Dunsworth awards

Award Name State Movie / Series Name Year
ACTRA Maritimes Award - Outstanding Male Actor in a Supporting RoleNomineeTrailer Park Boys2017
Gemini - Best Ensemble Performance in a Comedy Program or SeriesWinnerTrailer Park Boys2005
Gemini - Best Performance by an Actor in a Featured Supporting Role in a Dramatic SeriesNomineeHaven2011

John Dunsworth roles

Movie / Series Role
Take This WaltzTourist
Trailer Park BoysDirector
Trailer Park BoysJim Lahey 99 episodes, 2001-2018
LexxDivine Predecessor / ... 7 episodes, 1996-2002
Call Me FitzCranky Guard 1 episode, 2012
HavenDave Teagues 52 episodes, 2010-2015

Interesting Facts about John Dunsworth

  1. Avid sailor.
  2. Has done numerous radio drama roles, commercials and voice-over work.
  3. Father of Sarah Dunsworth and Molly Dunsworth.
  4. A Master Bridge player.
  5. Went to the University of Guelph. Majored in Theatre but dropped out in his 4th year when he was forced to take philosophy in a summer semester.
  6. Discovered Elliot Page when she was 10 years old, while visiting her school during filming the Pit Pony television series, which she first starred in.
  7. Despite playing a severe alcoholic in Trailer Park Boys, Dunsworth in real life largely abstained from alcohol. The "alcohol" he drank was actually iced tea.
  8. Born on exactly the same date as Ed O'Neill (of "Married...With Children" fame).

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