Stephen Collins

High school (ages 12+)
People & Society

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/stephen-collins

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Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. When was Stephen Collins born?October 1, 1947
2. What is Stephen Collins known for?Commander Willard Decker in Star Trek: The Motion Picture (1979)
3. What is the most prominent role?Eric Camden in 7th Heaven (1996-2007)
4. What is the key adventure series role?Jake Cutter in Tales of the Gold Monkey (1982-1983)
5. Who is Stephen Collins?Stephen Collins is an American actor born on October 1, 1947, known for playing a dad on TV and appearing in movies.
6. What TV show made him famous?He became famous for playing Reverend Eric Camden on the long‑running show 7th Heaven from 1996 to 2007.

Television Patriarch: A male head of a family on television, often depicted as wise, guiding, and morally upright.
Science Fiction Franchise: A series of creative works, such as films or television shows, based on a common concept or set of characters, often with a dedicated fanbase.
Post-Apocalyptic Drama: A genre of fiction that depicts a world or society after a catastrophic event, focusing on survival and rebuilding.