Pierce Oliver Brewer, Jr.

Biography

Pierce Oliver Brewer, Jr. was an American actor, land developer, and professional underwater diver. He adopted the name "Capt. Kidd" after his father, Julius "Kidd" Brewer, a former award-winning coach and land developer. Growing up in Raleigh, North Carolina, Brewer, Jr. moved to Los Angeles where he became known for his appearances in the James Cameron films "Piranha II: The Spawning" (1982) and "The Abyss" (1989). Years of scuba diving off the coast of North Carolina helped in both of these roles. The film "The Abyss" was dedicated to his memory.

Birthday

Aug 21, 1950

Place of birth

Raleigh, North Carolina, USA

Deathday

May 22, 1990

Also known as

  • Captain Pierce Oliver Kidd Brewer, Jr.
  • Capt. Kidd Brewer, Jr.
  • Kidd Brewer, Jr.

Credited in

As cast