About John Hollywood
Lived 1926 – 1952 (aged 26). John Hollywood was a New Zealand cricketer.
John Edgar Hollywood (23 May 1926 – 16 July 1952) was a New Zealand cricketer. He played seven first-class matches for Auckland between 1947 and 1950. He went to the University of Sydney to study veterinary medicine, but died there in July 1952 during his third year. His death was recorded as suicide.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Hollywood?
cricketer (1926-1952)
When was John Hollywood born?
John Hollywood was born on 23 May 1926 in Auckland.
When did John Hollywood die?
John Hollywood died on 16 July 1952 in Sydney.
What was John Hollywood's occupation?
John Hollywood was a cricketer.
What nationality was John Hollywood?
John Hollywood was New Zealand.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Hollywood. https://biography.guide/john-hollywood/
MLA: "John Hollywood." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-hollywood/.
Chicago: "John Hollywood." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/john-hollywood/.
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