Jeffrey Combs: [laughs] Exactly! Cirroc Lofton started playing Jake Sisko when he was fourteen years old. I was the most annoying fan who wouldnt go away. Although he knew the Star Trek people were pleased with his work, Alaimo had no idea that it would lead to his recurring role on Deep Space Nine. It was amazing the turnaround they gave him that I doubt anybody saw coming. I had met [Star Trek casting director] Junie Lowry-Johnson when I was working with her brother, director Dick Lowry, on a made-for-television movie called The Gambler, Part III - The Legend Continues. He can be evil, mean, charming, lovable, funny, vulnerable and, yes, even sexy. He's already in makeup and I can't see him as anything else. I thought when he killed Gul Dukats daughter the character wasnt going to last much longer or stay in evil henchman role from that point on. When I first came on, there was a lot of comedy That wasnt who Gowron was, at all, but it certainly was what the Ferengi were, and they went off and developed the Ferengi extraordinarily well. Later, he would become a member of various theatre companies in New York and touring theater companies before eventually taking the leap to move to Los Angeles in 1973. Ill do it as an actor, but the thought of anybody thinking of me that way is bothersome. Jeffrey, Manny Coto has said when he planned for what could have been the fifth season of Enterprise he was planning on bringing you in more, possibly even as a regular. It just so happens that my friend Ren AuberjonoisI love him to death, to the ends of the Earth and beyonhe was getting ready to direct his very first episode, it was a Ferengi episode. Posted by: On television he has guest-starred on such programs as The Six Million Dollar Man, The A-Team, Charlies Angels and Quantum Leap, while his feature film work includes roles in The Dead Pool, Tango & Cash, Total Recall and Naked Gun 33 1/3: The Final Insult. He also appeared as Curtis Block in the television movie Case Closed and as a security officer on Mars in the Arnold Schwarzenegger movie Total Recall.[1]. About Us | Contact | Privacy Policy | Fact Checking Copyright 2023, Whatever Happened To Cirroc Lofton, 'Jake Sisko' From Star Trek: Deep, Whatever Happened To Chase Masterson, 'Leeta' on Star Trek: Deep Space, Whatever Happened To Armin Shimerman, 'Quark' From Star Trek: Deep, Whatever Happened to Alexander Siddig, 'Doctor Bashir' on Star Trek:, Whatever Happened To Hana Hatae, 'Molly O'Brien' From Star Trek: Deep, Whatever Happened To Max Grodenchik, 'Rom' From Star Trek: Deep Space. Do you know the Spike Lee film, When Bajor was under Cardassian occupation many of its citizens joined an underground resistance group in the hopes of driving the aliens from their planet. Julius Caesar, The Three Sisters, Twelfth Night, Othello, She Stoops to Conquer, Waiting for Godot and Hamlet are just some of the countless productions in which Alaimo has appeared. I didnt even know this until much later on but they brought in someone else to do Gul Dukat. Although the major rejects almost everything that Dukat stands for he cannot help being oddly attracted to her. After the passing of his father when Alaimo was young, he would become the breadwinner for his household. I would venture to say that a lot of the things that happened to Odo, they would not have been able to tell you at the beginning of the journey that thats where the journey was going to go. I ended up playing four different roles, which at the time was very unusual because they didnt like to use the same actors over and over again. Casey Biggs: What was interesting is in the sixth season I was doing a play in New York and I took the part, but they didnt tell me I was written in for like thirteen episodes. I want to talk to you, so I did. It was just amazing. They have a daughter. He is known for his work on The Closer, Major Crimes, Invasion, Traveler, Fear The Walking Dead and for writing the final episode of Colombo. I went in, though, did the audition and got the part and Dukats been a marvelous extension for me as an actor.. Plenty of other options too. Jeffrey Combs: The point is, they didnt know that. More from Nick, Star Trek Actor Reveals His Humiliating Experience Working With The Seinfeld Actors. Though she worked her way through a variety of characters, she had a fondness for Lwaxana Troi, whom she portrayed on both The Next Generation and Deep Space Nine. Marc Alaimo's age is 80. When he's not writing, he's probably wondering how Frank Dux got 52 consecutive knockouts in a single tournament. Its crazy, I rewatched a portion of the documentary What We Left Behind a week ago and just so happen to watch Biggs and Combs parts in the doc. I also felt bad, once again, for Terry Ferrell. ", O'Reilly did express that Gowron's role in the show improved with time. Ahhh the good old days when Star Trek characters had actual depth, personality and arcs even the baddies! However, for others, Deep Space Nine betrayed their expectations, put them through discomfort and exhaustion, or forever tied them with a role from which they would rather distance themselves. He's delightful, but when he's on the set, he is Dukat. With my situation, Damar was Dukats right hand. Jeffrey Combs and Casey Biggs at STLV (Photo: Wikicommons). You have nothing to worry about. he was never a handsome man. I dont know what to do about it. Casey Biggs: You know we have been doing this Rat Pack thing for about ten years. He is described as fun to watch and effortlessly evil in the most charismatic way. [laughs]. I loved the time that I spent with those people and my time with Avery [Brooks], and that still resonates to this day. Interview with Marc Alaimo. Do you know the Spike Lee film Do The Right Thing? Once its on film its done. Weve stayed in touch throughout the years and his son and I are really good friends. After mastering the stage and the small screen, Alaimo would soon take on the big one! Making the trip to work in Toronto/Missisauga doesnt sound like something either would shy from though (and all but Picard will be produced in the GTA). A few actors got to play landmark roles that defied expectations of race and gender or originated the first of a new alien race introduced into canon. Im proud of the series and the whole experience has been a very positive one for me.. As the franchises favorite villain, it is exciting to get a behind-the-scenes glimpse at how the show came to life, as well as the actors reminiscing about their time on the show. That had been a path that had been trodden down and all you have to do follow along Armin [Shimerman] and Max [Grodnchiks] footsteps. But as personalities Brooks as well as Bakula impressed me most of all the Star Trel leads. i wouldnt call it overacting have you ever seen him interviewed? As an actor you go, Wait, I have a daughter! You would have played it. Again, this is why DS9 is held up in such regard today. Star Trek: Deep Space Nineactor Casey Biggs (Damar) will join actor Jeffrey Combs (DS9: Weyoun and Brunt, ENT: Shran, and more Trek roles) are featured in this weekends Creation Entertainment Virtual Fan Experience, doing a live panel and Q&A. Marc Alaimo's birth flower is Lily of the valley. You guys are often paired together at in-person cons, but this will be your first joint virtual appearance. Were good. Before he captured hearts and became a household name, Alaimo, born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, had a hard childhood. This was when she learned that he was very sweet, funny, and charming. Also learn how He earned most of networth at the age of 79 years old? Emerald was one of Cleopatra's favorite gems. If you read the script you may love it.' If any role came up, they gave it to him. Because of this there was never a real bond set up between the actress and myself, so the relationship we had was always sort of subjective. They were a good group of people and Scott [Bakula] was tremendous. We came in second and I got special mention because I was so out there as an actor, he chuckles. ", He continued: "So, playing that subtext, living with that subtext, presenting that subtext behind a mask of affability, of friendliness, of congeniality, I think that was both the challenge and the pleasure of the character.". | June 3, 2020 | Auberjonois said, "I loved the fact that when we got a script one that focused on Odo and his world Id learn something new that I didnt know about the character. You can bid atauctions.creation.com. I didnt realize that fate and synchronicity played a part here. They gave me a lot of responsibility so I was glad to see that everything actually worked when it was all put together. You felt like you had an ally, and you did with Armin. Adored: Cirroc Lofton (Jake Sisko) Cirroc Lofton started playing Jake Sisko when he was fourteen years old. The panel is on Sunday, June 7 at 1 pm ET. 14 October 1997: Episode focus: "Bar Association". Casey Biggs: Yeah. Fans love the unpredictability and temperament of Dukat. On his experience as Brunt, he commented, "Man, did I have the best time playing Brunt. And another great interview Trekmovie! Remember Jeff, you were in that scene. You dont know what the hell this character is thinking. Im not quite sure whats on his mind when it comes to Kira. They did. Marc Alaimo (born Michael Joseph Alaimo; May 5, 1942) is an American actor, known for his villainous roles. Even with so many other notable performances, Aliamo found his stride and fame when he began working with the infamous television franchise of Star Trek. Shes a much more fun character, and I can play her forever, because Im at an age where thats totally believable. However, not every Deep Space Nine actor was enamored with their part on the show. Anne | Farrell stated, "I would have been so happy if they just would have let me be a recurring [character in] the final season. In conversation I mentioned to her that I had a classical theatre background, so she had me come in to read for The Next Generation and I got the job, says the actor happily. And when I mention that, it seems to be something they want to do together. Avery and I still have a strong connection. However, during high school, Alaimo met a man who would change his entire life, a drama teacher named Mr. Welsh. Its kind of a compliment but it also hurts. All of these things came out in the character through the writing and in my way of playing him. Jeffrey Combs: Did we work together? This is a group dedicated to the great actor Mr Marc Alaimo, his fantastic career and, in particular, one of his best roles - that of Gul Dukat (Deep Space 9). He said, "I took a bit of persuading My concern was that I wouldnt be able to do the movies I wanted to do. He guest-starred in a Family Guy episode in which he played "The Dean". It is said that even their home had no furnishings. I totally understand.' That allowed them to bring me back. Alaimo is a classically trained theatre actor, and performed as part of the Marquette University Players and the Milwaukee Repertory Theater in the 1960s in everything from Shakespeare and the classics to world premiere productions. He was definitely in the best possible way, looking out for everything and making sure it was all as good as it could possibly be. It was really hard for me. He appeared on the television series The Incredible Hulk starring Bill Bixby. That was great. ", Nicole de Boer came into the series late as Ezri Dax to replace Terry Farrell's Jadzia Dax. They did a very good job with that, too. ", She added, "It would be a joy to play her again and itd be a joy to see her as a mature commander, as a colonel on the station. Alaimos costar Nana Visitor was convinced she did not like to work with Marc Alaimo. Its a gift. Were you trying to play it as the guy we love to hate, or more of the proverbial villain who thinks he is the hero of the story? Training-wise, you always look at the opposite. Dukat has a wonderful entrance in that episode, says Alaimo. Marc mentioned at a 2015 Star Trek convention that he would like to continue to act, however he is out of touch with the industry.. She Played Nadia In American Pie. I decide to mess with him and on a break, I come up to him at the craft table in my Ferengi makeup and say, [funny voice] Mr Alaimo, I am such a big fan of yours! He is trying to talk to Ira, who knew I was going to do this. They thought it was an episode about the JemHadar and after the episode, they went, Why did they kill that character? So, in desperation, they came up with cloning. I can do one television movie and suddenly Ive performed in front of more people than all my years in the theatre, but the stage is still a magic place to be, muses Alaimo. Though working on Deep Space Nine was a dream come true for many actors, others were happy to leave it behind. He is best known for his role as recurring villain Gul Dukat in the TV series Star Trek: Deep Space Nine. Visitor said, "When I read the script, I thought, Thats a mans role. Love this charakters and actors. There really wasnt an opportunity for me to get particularly close to any of the cast or crew that worked on the series. That is budget stuff right there. You can meet the most powerful people in the world and theyve got those same qualities somewhere inside of them where their own children can melt their hearts.. ", Andrew Robinson initially had difficulties playing fan favorite Garak under heavy makeup, but the character quickly grew on him. Although the major rejects almost everything that Dukat stands for he cannot help being oddly attracted to her. He was also a member of various theatre companies in New York and touring companies across the country before making the move to Los Angeles in 1973. Casey Biggs: Tell the story about when you went up to Alaimo when you were Brunt. Alaimo was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin . Because Dukat cannot be morally upstanding like Sisko he doesnt get the respect from him that he believes he deserves, and that bothers the Cardassian.. Sometimes youve got to run with your initial instinct, and in that case, it was a good one. He added, "Later, for Gowron, I thought there were some really, really good scenes, especially some of the scenes with Avery [Brooks].". Both roles were so complex and layered and you got amazing arcs out of them. As a teenager he was very withdrawn and kept his emotions bottled up, a result of abuse he suffered as a child. Never were just evil villians. Gul Dukat Rules: Marc Alaimo adds humanity to his Cardassian antagonist Always Young Indy: At last, Sean Patrick Flanery recalls his adventures past Addeddate 2014-04-30 18:17:18 Identifier starlog_magazine-255 Identifier-ark ark:/13960/t1jh6601f Ocr ABBYY FineReader 9.0 Ppi 300 Scanner I want to pass.' It was pretty damn seamless and easy, wasnt it Case? So, we knew not only how to play our own, but react to what the other is doing. Alaimo also appears in the documentary What We Left Behind. Unlike Jeff with Weyoun, you were walking into a known race. Casey Biggs: We just have great chemistry, dont we Jeff? Casey, you mentioned playing a drunk. Jeffrey Combs: For me, I looked at it this way. The Vorta are genetically altered to be the most sublime and friendly liaisons, diplomats, and easy-going. I want to talk to you, so I did. Its all going to be fine. He has the distinction of two firsts on Star Trek: TNG, playing the first Romulan, Commander Tebok, in the 1988 episode "The Neutral Zone", and the first Cardassian (in any Star Trek series), Gul Macet, in the 1991 episode, "The Wounded". If you do that you have to know how you got there before you do it. You cant go back and reshoot it. She related, "It was great because they had little introduction scenes for me with everybody because theyre re-meeting me again. I think hes the most exciting character on the programsimply because the writers can take him in so many different directions. Jeffrey Combs: Thats really unusual. That was lucky because you knew they loved you to fly you. He is known for being a TV Actor. She would have been in her mid-30s when the show began, and he would have been in his early 50s. They scaled back his makeup at his request, and they also took his feelings about Worf into account. Marc Alaimo was born on 5th May 1942 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, his family history and educational background is unknown. Alaimo has appeared in some feature films including the 1984 science fiction movie The Last Starfighter (portraying the human guise of an alien assassin), the Leslie Nielsen film Naked Gun '"`UNIQ--templatestyles-0000000D-QINU`"'33+13: The Final Insult, Tango & Cash, and the 1988 film The Dead Pool. Louise Fletcher is a veteran actress famous for playing Nurse Ratched in One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest, and she brought her talents to Deep Space Nine as Kai Winn. Marc Alaimo is significantly older than Nana Visitor, and let's be honest here. One such individual is Major Kira Nerys (Nana Visitor), who goes on to become Bajoran liaison to Starfleet and first officer aboard Deep Space Nine. He commented, "When I read the pilot script, it was the presentation of a man dealing with loss and raising a son, and how he handled those situations, that really got my attention. 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