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Film star and former sportsman Bubba Smith passes away

Film star and former sportsman Bubba Smith passes away

FORMER AMERICAN football player Bubba Smith, who became an actor and starred in the Police Academy movies, has passed away. He was 66.

Born Charles Aaron Smith, the 6 feet 8 inches tall Texan played the role of gentle giant Moses Hightower in the popular series of films, the first of which was released in 1984.

He had turned to acting after a highly successful career as a defensive lineman in American football’s N.F.L. 

During his time with Baltimore Colts he helped the team win Super Bowl V in 1971 with a 16-13 victory over the Dallas Cowboys.

His NFL career also included stints with the Oakland Raiders and the Houston Oilers.

Mr. Smith enjoyed a varied acting career, with appearances on a range of TV shows including Charlie’s Angels, Hart To Hart, Family Matters and Blue Thunder.

But it was his role in the Police Academy films (see below)which will be fondly remembered by his many fans.

To see Bubba Smith in his Police Academy role click here.

 

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