Joseph Timothy “Tim” Thomerson (born April 8, 1946) is an American actor and comedian. Most famous for his role as Jack Deth in the Trancers series, Thomerson is renowned for his work in numerous low-budget movies and his comedic television roles.
Tim Thomerson was born in Coronado, California. He was brought up in Hawaii and in San Diego. Following a stint in the National Guard, Thomerson chose to become an actor, while taking a job as a set bui...
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Joseph Timothy “Tim” Thomerson (born April 8, 1946) is an American actor and comedian. Most famous for his role as Jack Deth in the Trancers series, Thomerson is renowned for his work in numerous low-budget movies and his comedic television roles.
Tim Thomerson was born in Coronado, California. He was brought up in Hawaii and in San Diego. Following a stint in the National Guard, Thomerson chose to become an actor, while taking a job as a set builder and prop man at the Old Globe Theatre, which is famous for its Shakespearean productions. After meeting character actor Anthony Zerbe, he took Anthony’s advice and studied acting with Stella Adler in New York City.
After his college tenure had ended, Thomerson began a career as a stand-up comedy, honing his skills. He appeared in clubs that included The Bitter End in Greenwich Village, Bud Friedman’s Improvisation, Catch a Rising Star, and Catskills.
When Thomerson moved into comedy, he found himself in a boon alongside the likes of David...
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