Buddy Van Horn
American stunt coordinator and film director
About Buddy Van Horn
Lived 1929 – 2021 (aged 91). Buddy Van Horn was an American actor, stunt performer, film director, film actor and director.
Wayne "Buddy" Van Horn (August 20, 1928 – May 11, 2021) was an American stunt coordinator and film director. He directed the Clint Eastwood films Any Which Way You Can, The Dead Pool (1988), and Pink Cadillac (1989).
Filmography
Director Any Which Way You Can (1980) The Dead Pool (1988) Pink Cadillac (1989)
Second unit director Magnum Force (1973) - Also uncredited stunt performer The Rookie (1990) - Also stunt performer Outbreak (1995) - Also stunt coordinator Absolute Power (1997) - Uncredited; also stunt coordinator
Actor
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Buddy Van Horn?
American stunt coordinator and film director (1929-2021)
When was Buddy Van Horn born?
Buddy Van Horn was born on 20 August 1929 in Los Angeles.
When did Buddy Van Horn die?
Buddy Van Horn died on 11 May 2021 in Los Angeles.
What was Buddy Van Horn's occupation?
Buddy Van Horn was an actor, stunt performer, film director, film actor and director.
What nationality was Buddy Van Horn?
Buddy Van Horn was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Buddy Van Horn. https://biography.guide/buddy-van-horn/
MLA: "Buddy Van Horn." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/buddy-van-horn/.
Chicago: "Buddy Van Horn." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/buddy-van-horn/.
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