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Clark Middleton

Clark Middleton was an American actor known for supporting roles in film and television, including *Kill Bill: Vol.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Clark Middleton was an American actor known for supporting roles in film and television, including *Kill Bill: Vol. 2*, *Sin City*, *Fringe*, *Snowpiercer*, and *The Blacklist*. He worked in theatre as well as screen acting, and also wrote and directed original stage and screen work. Middleton died in 2020 at age 63 from complications of West Nile virus.

Early life

Clark Tinsley Middleton was born on April 13, 1957, in Bristol, Tennessee. He was diagnosed with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis at age four.

Acting career

Middleton worked in theatre, film, and television from 1983 to 2020. He appeared in Broadway and stage productions and had recurring or supporting roles in numerous screen projects, including *The Blacklist* and *Fringe*.

Notable roles

He is best known for roles in *Kill Bill: Vol. 2*, *Sin City*, *Snowpiercer*, and *The Blacklist*. The Television Academy describes his *Blacklist* character as DMV boss Glen Carter.

Personal life and death

Middleton married Elissa Meyers in 2006. He died in Los Angeles on October 4, 2020, at age 63, after contracting West Nile virus.

Key facts

  • Middleton was born in Bristol, Tennessee, in 1957.
  • He began acting in 1983 and appeared on Broadway.
  • His television credits included *Law & Order*, *Fringe*, *Twin Peaks* (2017), and *The Blacklist*.
  • His film credits included *Kill Bill: Vol. 2*, *Sin City*, and *Snowpiercer*.
  • He lived with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis and was involved with the Arthritis Foundation.
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Canadian context

Clark Middleton had no major documented Canadian connection in the provided sources, though his screen work was internationally distributed and viewed by Canadian audiences.

Frequently asked questions

Who was Clark Middleton?
Clark Middleton was an American actor, writer, producer, and director known for supporting roles in film, television, and theatre.
What was Clark Middleton best known for?
He was best known for *Kill Bill: Vol. 2*, *Sin City*, *Fringe*, *Snowpiercer*, and *The Blacklist*.
When was Clark Middleton born?
He was born on April 13, 1957, in Bristol, Tennessee.
When did Clark Middleton die?
He died on October 4, 2020, in Los Angeles, California, at age 63.
What was Clark Middleton's cause of death?
He died from complications of West Nile virus.
Was Clark Middleton married?
Yes. He married Elissa Middleton in 2006.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clark_Middleton
    Supports: Birth name, birth and death dates and places, occupation, years active, spouse, and best-known roles.
  2. Television Academy — https://www.televisionacademy.com/bios/clark-middleton
    Supports: Career overview, Broadway and television credits, and death in Los Angeles at age 63.
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0585485/
    Supports: Acting, writing, and producing credits; juvenile rheumatoid arthritis; death from West Nile virus.
  4. Arthritis Foundation — https://www.arthritis.org/news/life-legacy-clark-middleton
    Supports: Childhood juvenile rheumatoid arthritis and his advocacy connection.
  5. Deadline — https://www.deadline.com/2020/10/clark-middleton-dead-actor-twin-peaks-the-blacklist-63-1234591880/
    Supports: Death notice, career highlights, and West Nile virus as cause of death.