Marc Singer

Marc Singer was born on January 29, 1948, in Vancouver, British Columbia. Raised in Corpus Christi, Texas, and Oregon, his childhood was influenced by his musical parents—his father, Jacques Singer, was a symphony conductor, and his mother, Leslie Wright, was a concert pianist. Singer’s early exposure to theater, including a production of “Richard III” with Laurence Olivier, sparked his interest in acting, though he formally began in high school after being recruited for a vacant role. He pursued further education in the Midwest and Washington state, where he met his future wife, actress Haunani Minn. His career began in various television roles and stage productions, establishing a foundation that would later lead to his prominent work in science fiction and fantasy.

His career saw a significant turning point in the early 1980s with his leading role as Dar in the fantasy film “The Beastmaster” (1982) and its subsequent sequels. This was followed by widespread recognition for his portrayal of Mike Donovan in the 1983 miniseries “V,” the 1984 sequel “V: The Final Battle,” and the ongoing television series “V: The Series” (1984–1985), where he reprised his character for 19 episodes. Beyond these iconic roles, Singer expanded his repertoire into various films and television series, showcasing his versatility as an actor. Notable projects include playing blind musician Tom Sullivan in “If You Could See What I Hear” (1982), football star John Cappelletti in “Something for Joey” (1977), and General Matthew Shrieve in five episodes of The CW’s “Arrow” in 2015.

Throughout his career, Singer has maintained an active presence in both film and television, with recent roles in projects such as “AJ and the Queen” (2020) and upcoming works like “Winters, Nebraska.” His dedication to his craft is evident in his commitment to treating every project with dignity and respect. He has voiced characters in animated series like “Batman: The Animated Series,” playing Man-Bat in three episodes, and has guest-starred in numerous shows including “Dallas,” “Murder, She Wrote,” and “Criminal Minds: Suspect Behavior.” In addition to his screen work, Singer has a background in classical theater, having performed as Petruchio in Shakespeare’s “Taming of the Shrew” and Christian in “Cyrano de Bergerac” at the American Conservatory Theater.