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John Morton

b. 1947

American movie actor and stuntman

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Born 1947. John Morton is an American actor and screenwriter.

John Fass Morton (born March 26, 1947) is an American actor, stuntman and writer. He is known for playing Dak Ralter, Luke Skywalker's tailgunner in The Empire Strikes Back, and appearing as an astronaut in Superman II.

Career Morton appeared in A Bridge Too Far (1977), in the 1980 hit sequel film Superman II as an astronaut named Nate, and also that year he appeared in Flash Gordon. He was featured in the BBC television series Oppenheimer (1980). When Jeremy Bulloch played an Imperial Officer, he needed someone to cover for him as Boba Fett. Being similar in height, Morton was a body double for two days in costume. He filmed with another unit, the sequence when Fett confronts Darth Vader in the Bespin hallway during Han Solo's torture, while Bulloch filmed his scenes as the Imperial Officer. Afterwards, he left Hollywood and eventually settled in public relations work back in Annapolis. He is also an accomplished musician (guitar player) and a writer (Backstory in Blue, 2008).

Personal life Morton is married to Gail, and has attended several Star Wars conventions throughout the world since 1997.

Filmography

Film

Year Title Role Notes 1976 The Gumball Rally Jaguar Team Stuntman 1977 A Bridge Too Far U.S. Padre Flash Gordon Airline Pilot Superman II Nate

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Frequently asked questions

Who is John Morton?

American movie actor and stuntman

When was John Morton born?

John Morton was born on 26 March 1947 in Annapolis.

What is John Morton's occupation?

John Morton is an actor and screenwriter.

What nationality is John Morton?

John Morton is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Morton

· Wikidata: Q6249578

· DBpedia: John Morton (actor)

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