Rex Smith : Biography, Pictures, Photos, Trivia, Address, Filmography (Street Hawk)

A native of Jacksonville, Florida, Smith debuted on Broadway in GREASE in 1978. He enjoyed a stint as a teen idol in the late 70's and had a gold top-10 single, "You Take My Breath Away, " in 1979. He later appeared in both the stage and film versions of The Pirates of Penzance (1983), and he has also appeared on stage in THE HUMAN COMEDY, WEST SIDE STORY, BROWNSTONE, and BABY. From 1982-83, he served as a co-host of the syndicated music show "Solid Gold."

A native of Jacksonville, he began his career in Broadway, in 1978, in the musical Grease. He began to push the song in the late 1970s, and obtained a gold record for his title "You Take My Breath Away" in 1979.

He later appeared in a version of the film "Les Pirates de Penzance (1983)", among others. In 1982-83, he was the permanent guest of the musical emission "Solid Gold".

Rex Smith is an American actor and singer born September 19, 1955 in Jacksonville, Florida. He started his career as a theater actor, winning a Theater World Award for his role in the Grease musical in 1978. He also played in Broadway productions such as The Pirates of Penzance and The Scarlet Pimpernel.

Smith has also appeared in several television series, notably in The Love Boat, Fantasy Island and Hawaii 5-0. In 1983, he obtained his best known role as Jesse Mach in the Street Hawk television series.

In addition to his acting career, Smith is also a talented singer and has released several solo albums during his career. He also tours as a main singer for Broadway productions, especially for Grease and The Pirates of Penzance.

Apart from his career in the entertainment industry, Smith is also very involved in philanthropic causes and has worked with many organizations to improve the lives of children and the elderly. He was also appointed goodwill ambassador for UNICEF in 2002.

Over the years, Smith has continued to work as an actor and singer, appearing in theater, television and film productions. He is considered one of the most talented and versatile actors of his generation, and he continued to fascinate his audience thanks to his charm and his passion for his work.

Theatre World Award for THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE, 1981.

Spouse : Courtney Schrag (1998 - present), Jamie (28 February 1987 - 1995) (divorced).

Has 2 daughters: Meagan and Madison, and a son named Gatsby.

One son from an affair with Karen Lakey in 1980.

Engaged to Courtney Schrag in 1997.

• Creation date: 01/07/2003 by stals