Prolific character actor George R. Robertson, who was best known for his role as Chief Henry J. Hurst in the "Police Academy" films, has died at the age of 89. His family confirmed that he died on 29 Jan. at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre in an obituary that highlighted his many accomplishments.
"He leaves a legacy of many accomplishments — a splendid career in stage, films, and TV with over 80 roles on both the big and small screen, most notably the original and six sequels of Police Academy," his obituary reads in part. "As Police Chief Hurst, George travelled across Canada speaking to youth in high schools as a UNICEF ambassador, receiving the Danny Kaye UNICEF Canada award in 1990, for outstanding contribution. His later life was also devoted to painting and writing."