Pierce Oliver Brewer, Jr.

Acting

Born August 21, 1950 · Raleigh, North Carolina, USA

Died May 22, 1990

Also known as Captain Pierce Oliver Kidd Brewer, Jr. · Capt. Kidd Brewer, Jr. · Kidd 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.

Filmography2 titles

The Abyss

1989as Lew Finler

Piranha II: The Spawning

1982as Lou