Ken Thorley
American actor (1950–2026)
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Ken Thorley (July 14, 1950 – April 14, 2026) was an American actor who portrayed various characters in television and film.[1][2] One of his recurring roles was that of the fictional character "Mot", a Bolian barber on the USS Enterprise-D on Star Trek: The Next Generation (who was also portrayed by Shelly Desai). He also played a seaman in another episode of The Next Generation.
DiedApril 14, 2026 (aged 75)
OccupationActor
Yearsactive1986–2004
Thorley died on April 14, 2026, at the age of 75.[3]
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | Wildfire | Bernie | |
| 1991 | Defending Your Life | Frank | |
| 1992 | White Sands | Kleinman | |
| 1992 | Man Trouble | Dr. Monroe Park | |
| 1993 | Ghost in the Machine | Salesman | |
| 1996 | Galgameth | Footy | |
| 1997 | Men in Black | Zap-Em Man | |
| 1997 | Switchback | Morgue Attendant | |
| 1999 | My Favorite Martian | KGSC-TV Floor Manager |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | NYPD Blue | George Stipley | |
| 2004 | Curb Your Enthusiasm[4] | Judge |
