Alex McArthur


Alex McArthur is an American actor of film and television.

Early life and education

He was born in Telford, Pennsylvania, the son of Bruce, a contractor, and Dolores McArthur. He studied acting at De Anza College and San Jose State University, and worked as a bartender at the Studio 54 nightclub in New York City.

Career

McArthur became known for portraying Charlie Reece in the crime-drama film Rampage, and Duell McCall in the Western television-film series Desperado, whose original screenplay was written by Elmore Leonard. He was nominated for Gemini Awards for Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role, for the drama television film Woman on the Run: The Lawrencia Bembenek Story.
He also appeared in the music video for Madonna's song "Papa Don't Preach", which was included in her The Immaculate Collection video compilation. In the video, he appears as Madonna's boyfriend and the father of her unborn child.

Personal life

On December 21, 2019, McArthur's son, Jacob, was shot and killed in Oroville, California. A suspect was arrested on July 12, 2021.

Filmography

Film

Television