Al Matthews (actor)

Alexander Basil Matthews (November 21, 1942 – September 22, 2018) was an American actor and singer, best known for his appearance as Gunnery Sergeant Apone in the James Cameron film Aliens (1986). He reprised his role 27 years later, providing the voice of Apone for the video game Aliens: Colonial Marines (2013). Matthews' portrayal of Apone was the inspiration for Sgt. Avery Johnson of the Halo franchise.

For other people named Al Matthews, see Al Matthews (disambiguation).

Al Matthews
Born
Alexander Basil Matthews

(1942-11-21)November 21, 1942
Brooklyn, New York, U.S.
DiedSeptember 22, 2018(2018-09-22) (aged 75)
Orihuela, Alicante, Spain
Occupations
  • Actor
  • singer
  • songwriter
  • United States Marine sergeant
Years active1975–1997, 2011–2018
Known forAliens (1986)
Awards13, including 2 Purple Hearts
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