About John Hudson
Lived 1919 – 1996 (aged 77). John Hudson was an American actor and television actor.
Jonathan C. Hudson (January 24, 1919 – April 8, 1996) was an American actor who appeared in the films Gunfight at the O.K. Corral with Burt Lancaster and G.I. Blues with Elvis Presley.
Biography Born and raised in Gilroy, California, Hudson served in the U.S. Army Air Forces during World War II, where he attained the rank of second lieutenant, and then embarked on his acting career. In the 1940s, he was married to film/TV actress Mary LaRoche.
He made guest appearances on numerous television shows, such as Perry Mason, Dragnet 1967, 77 Sunset Strip, I Dream of Jeannie, Sea Hunt, Gunsmoke, and Adam-12.
Hudson acted on Broadway in The Eve of St. Mark, Junior Miss, Craig's Wife, and January Thaw.
Death Hudson died at age 77 on April 8, 1996, in Los Angeles, California.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Hudson?
American actor (1919-1996)
When was John Hudson born?
John Hudson was born on 24 January 1919 in Gilroy.
When did John Hudson die?
John Hudson died on 5 April 1996 in Los Angeles.
What was John Hudson's occupation?
John Hudson was an actor and television actor.
What nationality was John Hudson?
John Hudson was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Hudson (actor)
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