Anthony Simcoe (born 7 June 1969) is an Australian actor, known for his portrayal of Steve Kerrigan in the 1997 film ''
The Castle'' and
Ka D'Argo in the science fiction television series ''
Farscape
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''.
Early life and education
Simcoe is a graduate of the
National Institute of Dramatic Arts in
Sydney
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. He holds an
MFA in Drama, specialising in actor training.
Career
Acting
Simcoe gained international fame when he was cast as Ka D'Argo in ''Farscape''.
He has also appeared in several other television series including ''
Chameleon
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''. He also does an appearance in the 2003 short film ''
Syntax Error''.
Music
Simcoe co-founded and performed in the band Signal Room, along with actor/drummer
Wayne Pigram, guitarist Stephen Edwards and bass guitarist Gerry Kortegast. The band was formed during the filming of ''Farscape'', which also featured Pigram. The band toured the US in 2002, 2004, and 2006, and recorded three EPs, which were produced by
Tim Whitten.
Recognition and awards
Simcoe was nominated for a
Saturn Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Television Series in 2002 for his work on the show.
Filmography
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References
External links
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1969 births
Australian male film actors
Australian male television actors
Living people
Male actors from Sydney
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