Glenn Quinn
| Glenn Quinn | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Born |
Glenn Martin Christopher Francis Quinn May 28, 1970 Dublin, Ireland |
| Died |
December 3, 2002 (aged 32) North Hollywood, California, U.S. |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Years active | 1990–2002 |
Glenn Martin Christopher Francis Quinn (May 28, 1970 – December 3, 2002) was an Irish actor in television and film, known for playing Mark Healy in the American sitcom Roseanne, and Doyle, a half-demon, on Angel, a spin-off series of Buffy the Vampire Slayer.[1][2]
Early life
Quinn was born in Dublin, Ireland. He spent his childhood visiting aunts, uncles, and cousins in the United States and spent his teenage years in Cabinteely, County Dublin, Ireland.[1] As a teenager, he played drums in a rock band called Revival, who peaked at supporting Irish AOR Band Winter's Reign, and had a demo called 'How could I know'-Rock with BOC - BLB Radio played on the radio. He also acted in productions at small local theaters. Quinn attended Clonkeen College.[3] In 1988, he moved to the Long Beach, California area, with his mother and two sisters.
Career
Quinn did commercials for Pepsi and Ray-Ban, appeared in the music video for the Richard Marx song "Satisfied," and had his first speaking line in the pilot of Beverly Hills, 90210 after having endured eight separate auditions for the roles of both "Brandon Walsh" and then "Steve Sanders." Having lost out to Jason Priestley and Ian Ziering, respectively, casting director Johanna Ray gave him a small role with two lines in the pilot, but Quinn was barely visible in the final broadcast version. His first substantial speaking part was as a guest-star in an episode of the short-lived The Outsiders.
In 1991, Quinn had his first major role in a movie, Shout, which starred John Travolta and in which he shared an on-screen kiss with Gwyneth Paltrow in her debut film.[4] One of Quinn's more visible roles began in 1990 as the character Mark Healy, Becky Conner's boyfriend, and later husband, in Roseanne. Quinn took on the role as youngest son Cedric on the 1992 US and UK TV series Covington Cross. While shooting the series in England, he suffered a serious injury to his back falling from his horse while shooting a scene. In 1992, he starred alongside Holly Marie Combs in Dr. Giggles.[2] In 1997, he played dual roles in the horror anthology film Campfire Tales.
After seven years using an American accent on Roseanne, Quinn was pleased producers made Doyle on Angel Irish because it would allow him to use his native accent. In an interview with The Irish Times, Quinn said of his accent, "I've been hiding it for so long that it's amazing to have some freedom. It was like putting on an old pair of shoes. It's bringing my soul back to life."[1] His last film work was in 2002's R.S.V.P.
Personal life
In addition to acting, Quinn co-owned a nightclub called "Goldfingers" in Los Angeles, California.[5][1]
Death
Quinn's body was found on the couch of a friend he was visiting in North Hollywood, California on December 3, 2002.[6] Police and autopsy reports revealed that the cause of his death was an accidental overdose of heroin he had obtained from his Hollywood dealer.[7]
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Shout | Alan | |
| 1992 | Dr. Giggles | Max Anderson | |
| 1995 | Live Nude Girls | Randy Conzini | |
| 1997 | Campfire Tales | Scott Anderson/Paramedic #1 | Segments: "The Locket" and "The Campfire" |
| 1998 | Some Girl | Jeff | |
| 2002 | R.S.V.P. | Prof. Hal Evans |
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990 | Beverly Hills, 90210 | Party Jock #1 | Television program Episode: "Class of Beverly Hills" |
| 1990 | Bagdad Café | Johnny | Television program Episode: "Not Enough Cooks" |
| 1990 | Call Me Anna | George Chakiris | ABC television film |
| 1990 | Silhouette | Darren Lauder | Television film |
| 1990–1997 | Roseanne | Mark Healy | Television program TV Land Awards (nominated) |
| 1992 | Covington Cross | Cedric Grey | Television program |
| 1999 | Jesse | Sean | Television program Episode: "The Mischievous Elf" |
| 1999 | Angel | Allen Francis Doyle | Television program 9 episodes (credited for 10) |
| 2000 | At Any Cost | Ben Tarowe | VH1 television film |
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | Star Wars: X-Wing vs. TIE Fighter | Voice only | |
| 1997 | Outlaws | 'Rattlesnake' Dick Farmer | Voice only |
| 1997 | Curse of Monkey Island, TheThe Curse of Monkey Island | Pirate #5 | Voice only |
References
- 1 2 3 4 "Dublin-born actor who found fame in the US". The Irish Times. December 28, 2002.
- 1 2 Hayward, Anthony (2002-12-18). "Obituary: Glenn Quinn". The Independent. Retrieved 2010-09-01.
- ↑ "Glenn Quinn". The Guardian. December 21, 2002.
- ↑ McLellan, Dennis (2002-12-07). "Glenn Quinn, 32; Actor Was in TV Series 'Roseanne' and 'Angel'". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved 2015-10-11.
- ↑ Siegmund Cuda, Heidi (1997-02-13). "Dressing Up the Area : Goldfingers adds glitter to Hollywood.". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved 2015-10-11.
- ↑ "Glenn Quinn: Actor". variety.com. 2002-12-11. Retrieved 2008-06-29.
- ↑ Bobbin, Jay (April 30, 2006). "Young 'Roseanne' star died from OD". The Buffalo News.