Merrill Connally

Actor

Born April 9, 1921 in Floresville, Texas, USA

Merrill Lee Connally, Sr. was an American film actor, county administrative judge, and rancher. He was the brother of Governor John B. Connally, Jr. Merrill Connally appeared in films such as Close Encounters of the Third Kind (1977), Rush (1991), and The Sugarland Express (1974). His contributions to both public service and the arts were significant in Texas.

Filmography

Rush

Defense Attorney

Wild Texas Wind

Judge Bolen

Alamo: The Price of Freedom

Davy Crockett

The Girls in the Office

Close Encounters of the Third Kind

Team Leader

The Sugarland Express

Mr. Looby