David McKnight Dies: Veteran TV & Movie Actor Was 87

JD's Revenge actor David McKnight dies aged 87

David McKnight is known for his roles in the likes of J.D.’s Revenge, Under Siege and more (Picture: Maury Phillips/FilmMagic) Actor David McKnight has died aged 87 after being diagnosed with cancer. The beloved performer is best known for his roles in J.D.’s Revenge and Under Siege, as well as director Robert Townsend’s films like Hollywood Shuffle and The Five Heartbeats. His publicist and friend Cynthia Busby had confirmed to The Hollywood Re…

David McKnight Dies: Star Of ‘J.D.’s Revenge’ And ‘The Hollywood Shuffle’ Was 87

David McKnight, whose film resume included starring as the lead in the blaxploitation horror movie J.D.’s Revenge, as well as Robert Townsend’s Hollywood Shuffle and The Five Heartbeats, died Sunday at age 87. McKnight passed from cancer in Las Vegas, according to reports. The actor was a TV staple in various character roles, appearing on […]

David McKnight, Actor in ‘J.D.’s Revenge’ and Robert Townsend Films, Dies at 87

David McKnight, who played the title character in J.

David McKnight Dies: Veteran TV & Movie Actor Was 87

'J.D.'s Revenge' star also appeared in 'The Commish,' 'Boston Legal,' 'Hill Street Blues,' and many more.