Carmen Antimo Argenziano (October 27, 1943 – February 10, 2019) was an American actor who appeared in over 73 movies and around 100 television movies or episodes. He was best known for playing Jacob Carter on Stargate SG-1. He had recurring roles on Booker, L.A. Law, Melrose Place, and The Young and the Restless, as well as minor roles in The Godfather Part II, Angels & Demons, and The Accused.
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Early life
Argenziano was born in Sharon, Pennsylvania, and raised in nearby Sharpsville, the son of parents of Italian descent, Elizabeth Stella (née Falvo) and Joseph Guy Argenziano, who was a restaurateur.
Career
One of Argenziano's best-known roles was as the recurring character Jacob Carter in the television series Stargate SG-1. He was also a lifetime member of the Actors Studio and was awarded the Los Angeles Drama Critics' Circle Award for his performance as Jack Delasante in Thomas Babe's A Prayer for My Daughter. In 2007, he appeared in three episodes of House M.D. as a candidate for House's fellowship. In 2009, he guest starred in Criminal Minds episode "Demonology", where he portrayed Father Paul Silvano.
Personal life
He had three children: two sons and a step-daughter.
Death
Argenziano died on February 10, 2019, at the age of 75. No cause of death was disclosed.