About Richard Clayton
Lived 1915 – 2008 (aged 93). Richard Clayton was an American talent agent and actor.
Richard "Dick" Clayton (June 12, 1915 – September 29, 2008) was an American actor who became a talent agent. He represented such high-profile talent as Jane Fonda, James Dean, Tab Hunter and Burt Reynolds during his career as an agent.
He appeared in several of the studio's films under his contract with the studio, including The Hunchback of Notre Dame in 1939, Knute Rockne, All American in 1940 and the 1941 pictures A Very Young Lady and High Sierra. receiving a Purple Heart for his wounds. He met and befriended actor James Dean following his return from the war. Clayton and Dean appeared together in the 1951 film, Sailor Beware. Clayton died from congestive heart failure on September 29, 2008, in Los Angeles at the age of 93.
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Who was Richard Clayton?
American actor and agent (1915-2008)
When was Richard Clayton born?
Richard Clayton was born on 12 June 1915 in Montclair.
When did Richard Clayton die?
Richard Clayton died on 29 September 2008 in Los Angeles.
What was Richard Clayton's occupation?
Richard Clayton was a talent agent and actor.
What nationality was Richard Clayton?
Richard Clayton was American.
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· DBpedia: Richard Clayton (actor)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Richard Clayton. https://biography.guide/richard-clayton-talent-agent/
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