David Hart (actor)

David Hart
David Hart
Born	February 6, 1954; Marianna, Florida
Occupation	Actor, singer
Spouse(s)	Anne Tabor
Children	3 (including Mamrie)

David Hart (born February 6, 1954) is an American actor and singer best known for his portrayal of Sgt. Parker Williams on the smash-hit television series In the Heat of the Night (1988 to 1995).

He has appeared in numerous films. Hart continues to perform in theater around the country, most recently performing as Charlemagne in Pippin and Oscar in The Odd Couple.

He has also appeared in numerous commercials, including IHOP Restaurants, Maxwell House Coffee, Coors Light Silver Bullets, John Deere and GE.

Early life

Hart was raised primarily by his mother, Jeanette Lassiter Anderson, in Panama City, Florida. He attended local schools. His father, Lloyd Hart Jr., encouraged him to attend Chipola Jr. College (now Chipola College) after seeing him perform in You're a Good Man, Charlie Brown, produced at Rutherford High School in Panama City. Hart was given an acting scholarship to go to the college in Marianna, Florida.

Personal life and family

Hart is married to Anne Tabor. Hart has 3 children from a previous marriage, one of whom is author, actress and comedian, Mamrie Hart.

Musical career

Hart recorded the song "Let it Snow" for the 1991 In the Heat of the Night Christmas CD Christmas Time's A Comin'. He was joined on the recording by A-Team Nashville studio pianist Hargus "Pig" Robbins. The song was produced by co-stars Randall Franks and Alan Autry.

Filmography

Television

The Practice – "Black Widows" (2000) as Detective Cranston
Party of Five – "Tender Age" (1998) as Carlin
Before Women Had Wings – (1997) as the sheriff
Picket Fences – "To Forgive is Divine" (1996) as Dan Patterson
A Father for Charlie – (1995) as Woodrow
In the Heat of the Night (1988-1995) as Officer and Sergeant Parker Williams
Aaron's Way – "Patches of Light" (1988) as Travis

Films

Forgiven (2011) as Sheriff Bob Logan
The Legend of Jake Kincaid (2002) as Sheriff Bob Logan
Before Women Had Wings (1999) as Sheriff
Standoff (1998) as Agent Blond
Land of the Free (1997) as Byrd
To the Limit (1995) as Bodyguard
A Father for Charlie (1995) as Woodrow
Three Wishes (1995) as Brian's Father
The Real McCoy (1993) as Business Man
In the Line of Duty (1991)
Disorganized Crime (1989) as Proprietor
The House on Carroll Street (1988) as Stage Manager
War Party (1988) as Rookie Cop
Pat Hobby Teamed with Genius (1987)
Legal Eagles (1986) as Marchek
Silver Bullet (1985) as Pete Sylvester
Fandango (1985) as Cecil
The River (1984) as Harley
The Island (1980) as Attendant

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