Actors who died on February 6

Take a focused look at the actors who passed away on February 6. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1994 Joseph Cotten

  Joseph Cotten was a prominent American film, stage, and television actor known for his roles in classic movies during the 1940s and 1950s. He was widely recognized for his collaborations with Orson Welles and his performances in influential films such as 'Citizen Kane' and 'The Third Man.' [bio]

• 1996 Guy Madison

  Guy Madison was an American film, television, and radio actor, best known for his role as Wild Bill Hickok in the television series 'The Adventures of Wild Bill Hickok' (1951–1958). [bio]

• 2009 Philip Carey

  Philip Carey was an American actor best known for his long-running role as Asa Buchanan on the soap opera 'One Life to Live,' a part he played from 1980 to 2008. He also appeared in numerous films and television series throughout his career, particularly Westerns during the 1950s and 1960s. [bio]

• 2009 James Whitmore

  James Whitmore was an American film, theater, and television actor known for his versatile performances in a career spanning over five decades. He earned acclaim for his roles in both classic films and stage productions, including his one-man shows portraying significant historical figures. [bio]