• René Auberjonois was a Tony Award-winning actor, recognized for his performance in the Broadway production of ‘Coco’ in 1970.
• He is best known for his role as Odo in the iconic science fiction series ‘Star Trek: Deep Space Nine’, which aired from 1993 to 1999.
• Auberjonois had a prolific voice acting career, lending his voice to characters in animated series such as ‘The Little Mermaid’ as Chef Louis and ‘Batman: The Animated Series’ as the Riddler.
• He appeared in numerous films, including ‘Brewster’s Millions’ (1985) and ‘The Patriot’ (2000), showcasing his versatility across genres.
• Auberjonois was also a talented stage actor, performing in productions such as ‘The Hunchback of Notre Dame’ and ‘King Lear’ throughout his career.
• He was born in New York City on June 1, 1940, and raised in a multilingual household, speaking both French and English fluently.
• In addition to acting, René Auberjonois was an accomplished director, having directed several episodes of television shows including ‘Star Trek: Deep Space Nine’ and ‘The Practice’.
• He had a notable collaboration with filmmaker Robert Altman, appearing in several of Altman’s films including ‘M*A*S*H’ and ‘Nashville’.
• Auberjonois was a devoted environmentalist and contributed to various causes, advocating for the preservation of nature and wildlife.
• He passed away on December 8, 2022, leaving behind a legacy of diverse performances in theater, film, and television.
