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Express Tribune
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Peter-Henry Schroeder, star of ‘Star Trek: Enterprise' and ‘Argo,' dies at 90
Peter-Henry Schroeder, an actor best known for his role as Klingon Chancellor in Star Trek: Enterprise and his appearance in Argo, has passed away at the age of 90. He died peacefully on June 7 at the Lake City VA Medical Center in Florida, with his family by his side, according to his memorial page. Born on January 2, 1935, in Syracuse, New York, Schroeder spent six decades in Los Angeles after serving in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. During his time in the military, he had the opportunity to see Marilyn Monroe perform for the troops in a USO show. Following his service, Schroeder pursued a career in acting, studying under Paula Strasberg and privately with celebrated actors like Dustin Hoffman and Jon Voight. Schroeder made his acting debut in 1979's The Seduction of Joe Tynan, starring Meryl Streep and Alan Alda. He went on to appear in numerous films, including Fire in the Night, Hotshot, and Journey to the Center of the Earth, along with TV roles in B.J. and the Bear and Thirstysomething. He also made a guest appearance as a maître d' in an episode of Cheers in 1989. In 2001, Schroeder portrayed the Klingon Chancellor in a two-episode arc of Star Trek: Enterprise, a prequel to the iconic Star Trek series. He later played a producer in Ben Affleck's Oscar-winning film Argo (2012). Beyond acting, Schroeder was a recording artist, releasing songs like 'Where's the Girl for Me' and 'Memories of Marilyn.' He also established PHS Productions and founded the Actor/Artist Group Workshop in 1979, where he mentored aspiring actors. Schroeder is survived by his daughter Valerie Lynn, son Peter Henry II, and grandsons Peter Henry III and Jarrid Michael. His memorial page described him as a 'masterful character actor' whose creativity and dedication left a lasting impact.
The Sun
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Star Trek legend Peter-Henry Schroeder dies at 90 surrounded by family as tributes pour in
STAR TREK star Peter-Henry Schroeder has died at the age of 90. He was surrounded by his family at the time of his death in Florida on June 7. 2 2 Schroeder was best known for his role in Star Trek Enterprise. He had a two-episode arc as the Klingon Chancellor. His cause of death remains unknown. During his illustrious career, Schroeder worked with the likes of Meryl Streep. .
Yahoo
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
'Star Trek' Character Actor Dies at 90
'Star Trek' Character Actor Dies at 90 originally appeared on Parade. Actor Peter-Henry Schroeder has died at the age of 90. Deadline reported that Schroeder, who portrayed the Klingon Chancellor in Star Trek: Enterprise, died on June 7, surrounded by his family. According to the publication, Schroeder, a Korean War veteran, was staying at the Lake City VA Medical Center, located in Florida, at the time of his death. The actor had a daughter, Valerie Lynn Schroeder, a son, Peter Henry Schroeder II, and two grandsons, Peter Henry Schroeder III and Jarrid Michael Schroeder. According to his memorial page on the Human Animal Life Foundation website, Schroeder had a surviving brother, Carl Schroeder, and a surviving sister, Maria Curley. His memorial page reported that Schroeder appreciated his life and stated, "I had a long and rich life, and I thank God for it.' According to the memorial page, Schroeder was born in New York and moved to Los Angeles in his 20s. As previously mentioned Schroeder showed off his fierce side while playing the Klingon Chancellor in the first episode of Star Trek: Enterprise, which aired in 2001. His last film was the 2020 satire, Sammy-Gate, wherein he played Santo Trafficante, per IMDb. According to the publication, Schroeder, who appeared in the films Argo and The Seduction of Joe Tynan, owned a production company called PHS Productions. In addition to acting and producing, Schroeder had a career as a singer with songs like 'Where's the Girl for Me," released in 1960, and 'Memories of Marilyn," released in 1964, as reported by Deadline. Deadline reported that Schroeder was eager to continue working as an actor during his final days. According to the publication, he would inquire, 'When are you going to get me out of here, I've got to get back to LA [to work]" during his stay at the VA hospital. The actor's final resting place will be in Los Angeles, per his memorial page. 'Star Trek' Character Actor Dies at 90 first appeared on Parade on Jul 1, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jul 1, 2025, where it first appeared.
