Back to the Future' star Matt Clark dead at 89 Matt Clark, the actor best known for his role as Chester the bartender in Back to the Future Part III, has died at the age of 89. His family confirmed his passing on Sunday, stating he succumbed to complications from back surgery at his home in Austin, Texas. The actor, who appeared in over 120 films and television shows throughout his career, was remembered for his dedication to his craft and his personal values. Clark’s family shared that he placed great importance on working with individuals who cherished their families, a principle he upheld throughout his professional life. They noted that he lived “on his terms,” a sentiment that reflected his approach to both his career and personal relationships. His wife, Sharon Mays, whom he married in 2000, and their daughter, Amiee Clark, are among those left behind. Clark was also previously married to Erica Lann from 1958 to 1966 and to Carol Trieste for a brief period in 1968. In Back to the Future Part III, Clark portrayed Chester, a character who intersected with Michael J. Fox’s Marty McFly and Christopher Lloyd’s Doctor Emmett Brown during a pivotal scene set in the Old West. The 1990 film, which marked the conclusion of the iconic trilogy, remains one of Clark’s most recognizable roles. Beyond his work in the Back to the Future series, he appeared in a wide range of films and television programs, including The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension (1984), The Outlaw Josey Wales (1976), and Jeremiah Johnson (1972). His filmography also included Brubaker (1980), A Million Ways to Die in the West (2014), and the sitcom The Jeff Foxworthy Show (1990s). Clark’s versatility extended to smaller roles, such as appearances in Little House on the Prairie and other television series.#matt_clark #sharon_mays #amiee_clark #erica_lann #carol_triste
