About John Abbey
Lived 1935 – 2010 (aged 75). John Abbey was an American actor.
Edward John Abbey (June 21, 1935 – December 5, 2010) was an American actor, long based in France. He was best known for portraying the title role in William Klein's Mr. Freedom.
Filmography
Film
The Sandpiper (1965) - Trooper (uncredited) Triple Cross (1966) - Lang Playtime (1967) - Mr. Lacs Mr. Freedom (1968) - Mr. Freedom It's Raining on Santiago (1975) - CIA agent
Television
Quand la liberté venait du ciel (1967, 2 episodes) - American pilot (1967, 1 episode) - William Crosby Un mystère par jour (1970, 1 episode) - American (1974, 4 episodes) - Laverne (1972-76, 4 episodes) - Various characters
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Abbey?
actor
When was John Abbey born?
John Abbey was born on 21 September 1935 in Denver.
When did John Abbey die?
John Abbey died on 5 December 2010 in Denver.
What was John Abbey's occupation?
John Abbey was an actor.
What nationality was John Abbey?
John Abbey was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Abbey. https://biography.guide/john-abbey-actor/
MLA: "John Abbey." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-abbey-actor/.
Chicago: "John Abbey." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/john-abbey-actor/.
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