Clarence Gilyard Jr.

Clarence Gilyard Jr.
1955 - 2022
Clarence Gilyard Jr.  American Actor
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Clarence Gilyard Jr. was previously married to Elena Gilyard (2001 - 2022) and Kathy Gilyard.

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American Actor Clarence Gilyard Jr. was born Clarence Alfred Gilyard Jr. on 24th December, 1955 in Moses Lake, Washington, USA and passed away on 28th Nov 2022 Las Vegas, Nevada, USA aged 66. He is most remembered for his roles as F-14 Tomcat Radar Intercept Officer LT.(JG) Marcus "Sundown" Williams in the 1986 military action drama film Top Gun, criminal gang-member Theo in the 1988 action film Die Hard, private investigator Conrad McMasters in the NBC/ABC mystery legal drama series Matlock and Texas Ranger Sergeant James "Jimmy" Trivette in the CBS action crime drama series Walker, Texas Ranger. His zodiac sign is Capricorn.

Clarence Gilyard Jr. was in an on-screen matchup with Shari Headley in Matlock (1986).

Clarence Gilyard Jr. is a member of the following lists: American Roman Catholics, 1955 births and Southern Methodist University alumni.

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Relationship Statistics

TypeTotalLongestAverageShortest
Married2 21 years, 10 months 10 years, 11 months -
Total2 21 years, 10 months 10 years, 11 months -

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First Name Clarence
Middle Name Alfred
Last Name Gilyard, Jr
Full Name at Birth Clarence Alfred Gilyard Jr.
Alternative Name Clarence A. Gilyard, Clarence Gilyard, Clarence Gilyard Jr., Clarence Alfred Gilyard, Clarence Darnell Gilyard, Jr., Clarence Alfred Gilyard, Jr., Clarence Alfred Gilyard Jr., Clarence Darnell Gilyard Jr., Clarence Darnell Gilyard
Birthday 24th December, 1955
Birthplace Moses Lake, Washington, USA
Died 28th November, 2022
Place of Death Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
Cause of Death Long Illness
Height 5' 9" (175 cm)
Weight 150lbs (68 kg)
Build Average
Eye Color Brown - Dark
Hair Color Black
Zodiac Sign Capricorn
Sexuality Straight
Religion Lutheran
Ethnicity Black
Nationality American
High School Eisenhower High School, Rialto, California, USA
University BA, Sterling College in Sterling, Kansas, MA, Southern Methodist University, Theater, University of Nevada Las Vegas, US Air Force Academy (one year, transferred)
Occupation Text Actor, author, academic
Occupation Actor
Claim to Fame his roles as F-14 Tomcat Radar Intercept Officer LT.(JG) Marcus "Sundown" Williams in the 1986 military action drama film Top Gun, criminal gang-member Theo in the 1988 action film Die Hard, private investigator Conrad McMasters in the NBC/ABC mystery legal drama series Matlock and Texas Ranger Sergeant James "Jimmy" Trivette in the CBS action crime drama series Walker, Texas Ranger
Year(s) Active 1981 – 2005, 1981 – 2005, 2012 - Present, 1981–2005, 2012–2016, 2012–present, 2012–2022, 1980–2022

Clarence Alfred Gilyard Jr. (December 24, 1955 – November 28, 2022) was an American actor, author and academic. He was best known to television audiences for his roles as private investigator Conrad McMasters on the legal drama series Matlock (1986-95) and Texas Ranger Jimmy Trivette on Walker, Texas Ranger (1993-2001).

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NameAgeZodiacOccupationNationality
Clarence Gilyard Jr.66 CapricornActor
American
Elena Gilyard-
Kathy Gilyard-

Filmography

FilmYearCharacterType
Legacy of a Spy2021Bill PopeShort Film
DieHard is Back2020TheoShort Film
The Perfect Race2019Coach MichaelsMovie
Christmas on the Coast2017Fletcher ReeseTV Movie
The Sector2016Reverend RainesMovie
The Beast2016Auguste PorterMovie
The Track2015PsychiatristMovie
A Matter of Faith2014Professor PortlandMovie
From Above2013Jeremiah WardMovie
Little Monsters2012Ben ForemanMovie
Top Gun Taffic School2012SundownShort Film
Walker, Texas Ranger: Trial by Fire2005James Trivette (as Clarence Gilyard)TV Movie
Left Behind II: Tribulation Force2002Pastor Bruce Barnes (as Clarence Gilyard)Movie
Left Behind: The Movie2000Bruce Barnes (as Clarence Gilyard)Movie
Sons of Thunder1999Ranger Jimmy TrivetteTV Show
Walker Texas Ranger 3: Deadly Reunion1994James Trivette (as Clarence Gilyard)Movie
Walker, Texas Ranger1993James Trivette, Reneau, TrivetteTV Show
The Great Los Angeles Earthquake1990Roy BryantTV Movie
L.A. Takedown1989Mustafa JacksonTV Movie
Die Hard1988TheoMovie
Off the Mark1987James B. WhiteMovie
The Karate Kid Part II1986G.I. #1Movie
Top Gun1986SundownMovie
Matlock1986Conrad McMastersTV Show
2271985Harold BaileyTV Show
Solomon's Universe1985CaseyTV Movie
Riptide1984William CollinsTV Show
The Duck Factory1984Roland CulpTV Show
Things Are Looking Up1984Clement McCallisterTV Movie
The Kid with the 200 I.Q.1983TV Movie
Making the Grade1982TV Show
Simon & Simon1981Wally StokesTV Show
The Facts of Life1979MattTV Show
Diff'rent Strokes1978Frank Simpson, The StudentTV Show
CHiPs1977Officer Benjamin WebsterTV Show
Eleanor's BenchReginaldTV Movie
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Posted commentsView all comments (19)

4EverYahama4EverYahamaNov 29, 2022

Rest in peace!!!

CraigSnyderCraigSnyderMay 21, 2013

He's a good actor.
Loved him in Die Hard.

stevenFeb 26, 2012

hello clarence good movie series walker texas rangers is chuck norris happy new year clarence

Rev. Bonnie BrownJul 8, 2011

Just wondered what's happening in your life, have always been a big fan of your's. I also enjoy all the reruns both Texas Ranger, and Matlock, I pray only God's best for you and your family.

youngJul 1, 2011

v I would love to see his movies again,,when would he be return to TV ? I watch Matlock/Texas Ranger return again,,,he is great actor, hope to see him soon.

AidaMar 22, 2011

Hello Clarence, when are you returning to TV, I watch Matlock and Walker reruns. Miss seeing your face you are a good actor. Come back soon !!!!

pdFeb 15, 2010

mr Gilyard ,i cannot think of another actor who could have worked with Chuck Norris,you both are great humble actors,i loved you on Matlock and even more on walker, you both complimented each other,great to know you are well and furthered your education god bless u//

nenebabiSep 9, 2009

I GO TO UNLV AND CLARENCE GILYARD IS A PROFEESSOR THERE IN THE FILM DEPARTMENT

NataschaSep 8, 2009

Hi Trivette,how are you? I hope,you are fine.I`m from Germany and search people for write E-mails. When you find a little bit time,than write back.Lot of Greetings,Natascha

DOLORES` MARCELLAug 27, 2009

BEING AN EMPLOYEE WORKER AND A THEATRE/TRAVEL BROKER I`VE KNOWN CLAREENCE GILLIYARD FOR YEARS. WE WORKED FOR PRINTRONIC CORPORATION OF AMERICA , PLEASE HIM TO RESPOND TO THIS E-MAIL OR CONTACT ME AT 347. 298. 0193. THANKS,

paulineJan 14, 2009

i have seen every waker texas ranger.HAVE YOU EVER UNDERSTOOD WALKER`S INDIAN SPIRIT? ARE THEY REAL. I LIKE YOUR WAYS. THIS IS COMING FROM A FAN IN ST.LUCIA

karenlynnckarenlynncJan 7, 2009

hello, hope you are well. im your biggest fan. there is none better than you. feel free to write back, god bless


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