Sam J. Jones

Who could forget Sam J. Jones’ iconic credit role in the 1980 film Flash Gordon? Besides the film, he is also known for starring in the short-lived television series The Highwayman. As an actor, Jones appeared in a good number of films and television shows. However, you could say that his name will forever be synonymous with his title roles in The Highwayman and Flash Gordon.

Calling Jones a one-hit-wonder does not reflect his long-running career as an actor. After all, he’s managed to cultivate an acting career that lasted over four decades. Today, Jones is now 66 years old, and he manages to appear in various films today. He’ll even make an appearance in the upcoming film Edgar Allan Poe’s Decapitarium as “Dean Usher.” Without a doubt, he’s one of the tenured actors in the entertainment industry today.