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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.
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.
Yahoo
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Peter-Henry Schroeder Dies: ‘Argo' & ‘Star Trek' Character Actor Was 90
Peter-Henry Schroeder, who played roles as diverse as a producer in the Oscar-winning Argo and a Klingon in Star Trek: Enterprise, passed away peacefully with his family at his side on June 7 at Lake City VA Medical Center in Florida. He was 90 years old. Schroeder was drafted into the U.S. Army to active duty in the Korean War from 1953 to 1955, where he was assigned to a unit that was involved with the USO. After his return from service, he studied with PaulaStrasberg. More from Deadline 2025 Deaths Photo Gallery: Hollywood & Media Obituaries 'Cobra Kai's Martin Kove Apologizes For Biting Co-Star: "I Was Being Playful In The Moment But Went Too Far" - Update Gene Winfield Dies: Custom Car Designer For 'Blade Runner', 'Star Trek' & More Was 97 Schroeder was also a recording artist for Capital Records and Ascot, where he released the singles 'Where's the Girl for Me' (1960) and 'Memories of Marilyn' (1964), ten years after he saw her at a USO show in Korea. In Hollywood, he formed his own production company, PHS Productions, to pursue his own projects, was a guest teacher at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts and established the Actor/Artist Group Workshop in 1979. Also in 1979, Schroeder worked with Meryl Streep and Alan Alda in The Seduction of Joe Tynan. In 2001, he had a two-episode arc as the Klingon Chancellor on Star Trek: Enterprise. More recently, he played a producer in the Academy Award-winning film Argo. In his last days at a VA Medical Center in Florida, Schroeder frequently asked, 'When are you going to get me out of here, I've got to get back to LA [to work].' He will return to L.A. with ceremony with Military Honors to rest in peace at the VA National Cemetery there. The ceremony will be held at a future date to be announced. In lieu of flowers, condolences may be shared in his memory through the Human Animal Life Foundation. He is survived by his daughter Valerie Lynn Schroeder, his son Peter Henry Schroeder II with daughter-in-law Felicia Cristiani Bass, his grandson Peter Henry Schroeder III and his grandson Jarrid Michael Schroeder. DEADLINE RELATED VIDEO: Best of Deadline 2025 TV Series Renewals: Photo Gallery 2025 Deaths Photo Gallery: Hollywood & Media Obituaries 'Poker Face' Season 2 Guest Stars: From Katie Holmes To Simon Hellberg
