Sam Kolawetz — Captain America Character Profile

About Sam Kolawetz

A reporter and childhood friend of President Kimball who has long investigated the Red Skull. He pursues Captain America after Rogers revives in 1992 but is initially brushed off.

Character Facts

Played by

Ned Beatty

Appears in

Captain America (1990)

Role

Supporting

Relationships (2)

• Sam Kolawetz — Social Childhood Friend — Tom Kimball (Ronny Cox)

  A long-time friend of the President who maintains a personal connection despite political tensions.

• Sam Kolawetz — Conflict Investigator — The Red Skull / Army Doctor (Scott Paulin)

  Sam relentlessly investigates and pursues the Red Skull through journalistic efforts.

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