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Jeffrey Hunter
AKA: Henry Herman McKinnies, Jr · Jeff Hunter · Henry Herman McKinnies Jr. · جفری هانتر
Acting
Born: 1926
New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
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Biography
Jeffrey Hunter (November 25, 1926 – May 27, 1969) was a versatile American actor who made a significant impact on the film and television industry. He is best known for his portrayal of Martin Pawley in the classic Western film, The Searchers. However, his talent extended beyond Westerns. He also delivered compelling performances in other notable films such as: King of Kings (1961): Hunter played the pivotal role of Jesus Christ in this epic biblical film. The Last Hurrah (1958): He starred alongside Spencer Tracy. Fourteen Hours (1955): He made his film debut in this suspenseful crime thriller. In addition to his film work, Hunter also appeared in several television shows, including Bonanza and The Virginian. Unfortunately, his career was tragically cut short in 1969 at the age of 42 due to an Intracranial hemorrhage.
Known For
Star Trek: Discovery
Captain Christopher Pike (archive footage)
2017 · US
The Green Hornet
Emmet Crown
1966 · US
The F.B.I.
Ralph Stuart
1965 · US
Daniel Boone
Roark Logan
1964 · US
Kraft Suspense Theatre
Fred Girard
1963 · US
Combat!
Sgt. Dane
1962 · US
The Alfred Hitchcock Hour
Harold
1962 · US
Checkmate
Edward "Jocko" Townsend
1960 · US
Full Credits
| Show / Title | Year | Credit / Role |
|---|---|---|
| Star Trek: Discovery | 2017 | Captain Christopher Pike (archive footage) |
| The Green Hornet | 1966 | Emmet Crown |
| The F.B.I. | 1965 | Ralph Stuart |
| Daniel Boone | 1964 | Roark Logan |
| Kraft Suspense Theatre | 1963 | Fred Girard |
| Combat! | 1962 | Sgt. Dane |
| The Alfred Hitchcock Hour | 1962 | Harold |
| Checkmate | 1960 | Edward "Jocko" Townsend |
| The 20th Century Fox Hour | 1955 | Dick Cannock |
| The Wonderful World of Disney | 1954 | Self |