Scott Plank was an American actor who appeared in several movies and TV shows, such as Melrose Place, Air America, and Holes. He died on October 24, 2002, at the age of 43, from injuries sustained from a car accident three days earlier. His death was a shock to his fans and colleagues, who remembered him as a talented and kind person.
Early Life and Career
Scott Plank was born on November 11, 1958, in Washington, D.C. He had an extensive theatre background, and was a member of the original Broadway cast of Dreamgirls. He also toured for many years with A Chorus Line, playing various roles. He made his film debut in 1986, in The Princess and the Call Girl, and went on to appear in several movies, such as The In Crowd, Panama Sugar, Without Evidence, and The Flying Dutchman. He also had guest roles in popular TV shows, such as Miami Vice, The X-Files, The Division, and Sons and Daughters. One of his most notable roles was as Sgt. Vincent Hanna in the TV movie L.A. Takedown, directed by Michael Mann, which was later remade as Heat, starring Al Pacino.
Death and Legacy
On October 21, 2002, Plank was involved in a car accident in Los Angeles, California. He suffered serious injuries and was taken to a hospital, where he died three days later. The cause of the accident was not disclosed, but some sources speculated that he might have been under the influence of alcohol or drugs. His last feature film, Holes, which co-starred Sigourney Weaver and Jon Voight, was released in 2003, and was dedicated to his memory. Plank was remembered by his friends and co-stars as a sweet and humble person, who was passionate about his work and loved to help others. He also had a charitable side, and supported causes such as animal rights and environmental protection.
