John Dunsworth | |
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Born | Bridgewater, Nova Scotia, Canada | April 12, 1946
Died | October 16, 2017 Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada | (aged 71)
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Years active | 1976–2017 |
Spouse |
Elizabeth Bates (m. 1974) |
Children | 4, including Sarah and Molly |
John Francis Dunsworth (April 12, 1946 – October 16, 2017) was a Canadian actor and filmmaker. He was best known for playing trailer park supervisor Jim Lahey, the antagonist on the comedy series Trailer Park Boys (2001–2018). His other roles included the mysterious reporter Dave Teagues on the supernatural drama series Haven (2010–2015) and Officer McNabb in the CBC film Shattered City: The Halifax Explosion (2003). He also had extensive experience in regional theater.