Biography
Steve J. Spears (also credited as Steven John Peter Spears) was an Australian actor, playwright, writer and singer. He is best known for writing the play The Elocution of Benjamin Franklin (1976) and for playing the Mechanic in the film Mad Max 2 (1981).
Spears was born in Adelaide, South Australia, and studied law at the University of Adelaide before pursuing a career in theatre. His other film acting credits include roles in The Empty Beach (1985) and Warm Nights on a Slow Moving Train (1988). He also wrote for television series including Heartbreak High (1994).
Spears died in Aldinga, South Australia, in 2007.
