John Dehner
American actor in film and television
Born
November 23rd, 1915
109 years ago
Died
February 4th, 1992
33 years ago — 76 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An actor with a prolific career in film and television, primarily recognized for contributions to Westerns and historical dramas. Significant roles included playing in 'The Great Masquerade', 'The Twilight Zone', and 'Have Gun – Will Travel'. His versatility allowed for portrayals of both heroes and villains, achieving a wide-ranging body of work across more than four decades in the industry.
Portrayed the character in 'The Great Masquerade'
Appeared in multiple episodes of 'The Twilight Zone'
Regular role in 'Have Gun – Will Travel'
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