George Maharis was a versatile performer who appeared in a number of theater productions, television shows, and movies. In the mid to late ’60s, the star acted in films such as “Sylvia,” “A Covenant With Death,” “The Satan Bug,” and “The Happening,” per The Hollywood Reporter. One of his last performances was in the 1993 thriller “Doppelganger,” which featured Drew Barrymore as the lead, according to the New York Post. As far as his television career, Maharis secured numerous roles, including a part on the ABC series “Fantasy Island.” He also established himself in the music industry, hitting No. 25 on the Billboard charts for his track “Teach Me Tonight.” In 1973 Maharis made history as the second actor to pose nude for Playgirl magazine.
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Loved ones remember Maharis as a prolific performer and beloved human being. Marc Bahan, Maharis’ friend and caregiver, took to Facebook to sing his praises for the late actor. He wrote, “George is well known for his stardom in route 66, stage productions, singing, artist, and above all a great guy would do anything for anyone. My dear friend, you’ll be terribly missed.”
