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Actor Corey Parker Dies After Cancer Battle
7 Mar
Summary
- Actor Corey Parker passed away Thursday in Memphis, Tennessee.
- He was known for roles in 'Friday the 13th Part V' and 'Will & Grace'.
- Parker also worked as an acting coach for 'Ms. Marvel'.

Actor Corey Parker, known for his roles in several prominent films and television shows, has died. Parker passed away on Thursday in Memphis, Tennessee, following a fight with cancer. His career began in the mid-1980s, with an early role in 'Friday the 13th Part V: A New Beginning.' He also appeared in the film '9 1/2 Weeks.'
Parker later secured a starring role in the 1992 sitcom 'Flying Blind,' playing Neil Barash opposite Téa Leoni. Viewers of 'Will & Grace' may recall his appearances as one of Grace's boyfriends. His diverse acting credits also include 'The Love Boat: The Next Wave' and 'Nashville.'
In his later years, Parker dedicated his time to acting coaching, offering his expertise to productions such as 'Sun Records' and the Marvel series 'Ms. Marvel.' He came from a creative family, with his mother and sister also having acting careers. His mother, Rocky, was previously married to actor Patrick Dempsey.




