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John Dehner - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | November 23, 1915 |
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| Died | February 04, 1992 (age 76) |
| Birthplace | Staten Island, New York, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius - (see also John Dehner's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rabbit |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Prolific character actor in Western films and television series, radio drama performances, Disney animator. |
Intro
John Dehner was an American actor and animator known for his prolific career in radio, film, and television. Over five decades, he appeared in hundreds of roles, particularly in Westerns, and was also notable for his voice work and animation at Disney.
Early Life & Background
John Dehner, born as John Dehner Forkum, was the son of an artist and spent much of his childhood traveling in Europe. He attended school in New York before beginning work as an animator for Walt Disney Studios, contributing to classics like 'Fantasia' and 'Bambi'.
Career Highlights
- Animator at Walt Disney Studios, worked on classics including 'Fantasia' and 'Bambi'.
- Starred in and guest-starred on numerous radio programs such as 'Gunsmoke' and 'The Whistler'.
- Appeared in acclaimed Western TV series including 'The Twilight Zone', 'Have Gun – Will Travel', and 'The Virginian'.
- Featured in films such as 'The Left Handed Gun', 'Support Your Local Gunfighter', and 'The Boys from Brazil'.
- Played lead roles in the radio dramas 'Frontier Gentleman' and 'Have Gun – Will Travel'.
Trivia
- Began his career as an animator before turning to acting.
- Was often cast as a villain or authority figure in Westerns due to his commanding presence.
- Had a rich baritone voice, making him a well-known presence in radio drama.
FAQs
People also ask
When was John Dehner born?
John Dehner was born the 23 November 1915.
Where is John Dehner from?
Staten Island, New York, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About November 23rd, 1915, in brief:
- Day of the week: November 23rd, 1915 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius (in western zodiac), Rabbit (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: My Sweet Adair by James F. Harrison & James Reed
- Popular movie: directed by D.W. Griffith
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