Don S. Davis

Don S. Davis (August 4, 1942 – June 29, 2008) was an American character actor and theater professor. He is best known for his roles as General Hammond in the television series Stargate SG-1 (1997–2007) and Major Garland Briggs in Twin Peaks (1990–1991). Davis was born and raised in Aurora, Missouri, and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in theater and art from Southwest Missouri State College. After serving in the United States Army during the Vietnam era, he received a Master's Degree in Theatre from Southern Illinois University Carbondale. In addition to his acting career, Davis was also a painter and a captain in the U.S. Army.