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- Carroll O’Connor (William Gillespie) “Yea, what?” — the to-the-point, no-nonsense answer by the Chief whenever he got a phone call. He was an honorable and decent man during a time when some of his law enforcement pals were not… And the legendary Carroll O’Connor didn’t just play this role, he was an executive producer and a writer for many episodes, But Carroll is perhaps better known as Archie Bunker, the ‘lovable’ bigot, but the always-interesting star of the classic sitcom All in the Family.
- Howard Rollins (Virgil Tibbs) Chief of Detectives Virgil Tibbs — the city council of Sparta thought it would serve them well if they had a bit more diversity in the force, but some on the force, like Bubba, had a hard time reporting to a Black superior, one of the more interesting early plot developments.
- Anne-Marie Johnson (Althea Tibbs) Althea Tibbs is Virgil’s wife and is also a teacher and counselor. Anne-Marie graduated from UCLA with a degree in theater and began acting in 1973, but didn’t really start gaining notice until 1984 with her role as Lynn Williams on Hill Street Blues.
- David Hart (Parker Williams) Officer Parker Williams is a good ole boy, a sensitive guy who cares very deeply for the people of Sparta. David Hart started acting in the early ’80s.
- Carroll O'Connor. Carroll starred as police chief Gillespie who worked alongside the chief of detectives Virgil Gibbs and police lieutenant Bubba Skinner.
- Howard Rollins. "In the Heat of the Night" cast member Rollins was known for his role as chief of detectives Virgil. Rollins was a talented actor, and before landing a role in the crime/drama TV series, he starred in movies like the 1984 mystery film "A Soldier's Story."
- Anne-Marie Johnson. Actress Johnson was one of the "In the Heat of the Night" cast known for playing Althea Tibbs, the counselor and Virgil's wife. She decided to leave the program at the end of season six to take another role on Fox's sketch comedy series, "In Living Color."
- Alan Autry. Alan was one of the "In the Heat of the Night" cast, known for his role as captain "Bubba" Skinner. After the series ended, Alan Autry and his wife, Kimberlee Autry, launched Dirt Road Productions.
Jan 6, 2022 · Based on an incendiary, Oscar-winning film, the "In the Heat of the Night" TV series was a mid-90's hit. We remember Carroll O'Connor and others who've died.
Ways in the Night (TV Movie 1979) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more.
Aug 30, 2023 · This article looks at the enduring legacy of the 1967 classic film In the Heat of the Night and its beloved cast. It discusses the story, cast members, and how the film helped pave the way for more diverse stories in Hollywood.
Aug 24, 2022 · Saturday Night Live remains one of the most stressful, competitive and potentially star-making gigs in the world, with cast members either catching fire on their way to movie and television ...
Jul 25, 2024 · These talented actors are just a few of the many cast members who contributed significantly to creating memorable moments throughout this groundbreaking show. The strength of any thought-provoking series lies in an extraordinary ensemble like In the Heat of Night's.
