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Born: April 12, 1946 – Died: October 16, 2017.
John Dunsworth, the revered actor known for his iconic role in the television series Trailer Park Boys, was born on April 12, 1946, in Bridgewater, Nova Scotia. Growing up near the sea, Dunsworth developed a love for the ocean, often spending time on his yacht when not immersed in his acting career. With an impressive repertoire of performances in CBC radio dramas and over 25 Neptune Theatre productions, Dunsworth established himself as one of Halifax's most venerable actors. His contributions to the entertainment industry extended beyond acting, as he also founded Filmworks Casting. Sadly, Dunsworth passed away on October 16, 2017, leaving behind a legacy that continues to captivate audiences.
Early Life and Career
John Dunsworth began his acting career in the mid-1990s when he auditioned for a small role in the short film "One Last Shot," directed by Mike Clattenburg. However, his role quickly expanded, earning him a Best Performance award at the Atlantic Film Festival. This led to his iconic role as Jim Lahey, the trailer park supervisor, in the television series "Trailer Park Boys," which ran from 2001 to 2018. Dunsworth's portrayal of Jim Lahey catapulted him to stardom and became his most recognized and beloved role.
During his career, Dunsworth received two awards and ten nominations for his performances. In addition to his acting talents, Dunsworth was an avid bridge player and held master points. He also held, until someone proves otherwise, the Internet Scrabble record for having three 7-letter words in a row.
Regarding his personal life, Dunsworth was married to Elizabeth Bates.
John Dunsworth's impact on Hollywood and the entertainment industry is evident through his memorable portrayal of Jim Lahey in "Trailer Park Boys." He has become an iconic figure within the show, with his character being widely recognized and loved by fans. His contribution to CBC radio dramas and Neptune Theatre productions also established him as a respected figure in the acting community. Dunsworth's untimely passing in 2017 marked a significant loss in the industry, as his talent and presence continue to captivate audiences.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Trailer Park Boys: Live at Red Rocks (TV Movie) | Jim Lahey |
| 2019 | Trailer Park Boys: The Animated Series (TV Series) | Jim Lahey (voice) |
| 2018 | George (Short) | Old George |
| 2001–2018 | Trailer Park Boys (TV Series) | Jim Lahey |
| 2015–2017 | Trailer Park Boys Podcast | Podcast Series | Jim Lahey |
| 2015–2017 | TPB: On Set (TV Series) | Jim Lahey |
| 2014–2017 | Liquor Stories (TV Series) | Jim Lahey |
| 2014–2017 | TPB: Ask Me Fucking Anything (TV Series) | Jim Lahey |
| 2017 | Sir John A. And the Curse of the Anti-Quenched | Sir John A Macdonald (voice) |
| 2017 | Gettin' Learnt with Ricky (TV Series) | Mr. Lahey |
| 2016–2017 | The Jim Lahey Show (and Randy) (TV Series) | Jim Lahey |
| 2016 | Weirdos | Drunk Driver |
| 2013–2015 | Forgive Me (TV Series) | Prelate |
| 2015 | Trailer Park Boys: Drunk, High & Unemployed (TV Movie) | Jim Lahey |
| 2014–2015 | Haven (TV Series) | Dave Teagues | 2010–2015 (TV Mini Series) | Jim Lahey |
| 2014 | Trailer Park Boys: Live at the North Pole (TV Movie) | Jim Lahey |
| 2014 | Swearnet Live | Jim Lahey |
| 2014 | Lure | Professor Reynolds |
| 2014 | Swearnet | John Dunsworth |
| 2014 | Trailer Park Boys: Don't Legalize It | Jim Lahey |
| 2014 | On the Road with TPB (TV Series) | Jim Lahey |
| 2014 | Lizzie Borden Took an Ax (TV Movie) | Dr. Bowen |
| 2012 | Call Me Fitz (TV Series) | Cranky Guard |
| 2012 | Titanic: The Aftermath (TV Movie) | Fredrick Hamilton |
| 2012 | Beat Down | Cop |
| 2011 | Cloudburst | Arnold |
| 2011 | Take This Waltz | Tourist |
| 2011 | Drunk and on Drugs Happy Funtime Hour (TV Series) | Papa Karlson |
| 2010 | Backbencher (TV Series) | Earl Higgins |
| 2010 | The Gospel According to the Blues (TV Movie) | Manager |
| 2009 | Guess Who's Knocking (Short) | Joseph |
| 2009 | Two Men, Two Cows, Two Guns (Short) | Greg |
| 2009 | Trailer Park Boys: Countdown to Liquor Day | Jim Lahey |
| 2008 | Say Goodnight to the Bad Guys (TV Movie) | Jim Lahey |
| 2008 | Treevenge (Short) | Tree Voice (voice) |
| 2007 | Coffee Mishap (Short) | The Professor (voice) |
| 2007 | Stuck | Cabbie |
| 2006 | The Conclave | Cardinal Calandrini |
| 2006 | Trailer Park Boys: The Movie | Mr. Lahey |
| 2006 | A Bug and a Bag of Weed | Geoff |
| 2005 | Trudeau II: Maverick in the Making (TV Movie) | Émery Beaulieu |
| 2005 | The Hunt for the BTK Killer (TV Movie) | Pastor |
| 2005 | Ambulance Girl (TV Movie) | Chief Vince Melmac |
| 2005 | Serious Miracles (Short) | Mr. Garrety |
| 2005 | Suzanne's Diary for Nicholas (TV Movie) | Samuels |
| 2005 | Jesse Stone: Stone Cold (TV Movie) | Jim Burns |
| 2005 | Funpak (TV Series) | Nero (voice) |
| 2004 | The Trailer Park Boys Christmas Special (TV Movie) | Jim Lahey |
| 2004 | The Riverman (TV Movie) | Haney |
| 2004 | Sleep Murder (TV Movie) | Lance |
| 2004 | Reversible Errors (TV Movie) | Ike |
| 2004 | A Hole in One | Pastor |
| 2003 | Shattered City: The Halifax Explosion (TV Series) | Naval Officer McNabb |
| 2003 | Blessings (TV Movie) | Deputy |
| 2002 | This Boy (Short) | Uncle Will |
| 2002 | The Christmas Shoes (TV Movie) | Dr. Julian |
| 2002 | Lift-Off (Short) | Unknown |
| 2002 | Too Young to Be a Dad (TV Movie) | Manager |
| 1996–2002 | Lexx (TV Series) | Reporter | His Shadow | White Rook #1 ... |
| 2002 | Trudeau (TV Movie) | Delegate |
| 2002 | Virginia's Run | Cop |
| 2001 | The Shipping News | Guy Quoyle |
| 2001 | Three Days (TV Movie) | Mayor |
| 2001 | A Glimpse of Hell (TV Movie) | Earl Hartwig |
| 2000 | Deeply | Voice of Urban (voice) |
| 1999–2000 | Pit Pony (TV Series) | Jack Doyle | MacIsaac Smith |
| 1999 | New Waterford Girl | Roddy |
| 1998 | One Last Shot (Short) | Mr. Layhie |
| 1998 | The Real Howard Spitz | Clown - Amusement Park |
| 1997 | Pit Pony (TV Movie) | MacIsaac Smith |
| 1996 | Sweet Angel Mine | Billy | Rauchine and Paul's father |
| 1994 | Mary Silliman's War (TV Movie) | Rapist |
| 1993 | Life with Billy (TV Movie) | Ray Fiske |
| 1992 | Buried on Sunday | Reporter 2 |
| 1991 | Deadly Betrayal: The Bruce Curtis Story (TV Movie) | Attorney #1 |
| 1990 | The Little Kidnappers (TV Movie) | Mr. Fraser |
| 1989 | Justice Denied | John MacNeil |
| 1989 | MuppeTelevision (TV Series) | Sam |
| 1987 | Deep Sea Conspiracy | Mark |
| 1978 | So Long to Run (Short) | Dennie |
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