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John McIntire - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | June 27, 1907 |
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| Died | January 30, 1991 (age 83) |
| Birthplace | Spokane, Washington, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer - (see also John McIntire's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Goat |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Portraying Chris Hale on 'Wagon Train' and Clay Grainger on 'The Virginian'. |
Intro
John McIntire was an American character actor best known for his roles in classic radio, film, and television. He is especially recognized for his work on 'Wagon Train' and 'The Virginian,' two of the most celebrated television Westerns.
Early Life & Background
John McIntire was born on June 27, 1907, in Spokane, Washington. He grew up on a ranch and later attended the University of Southern California, where he developed an interest in acting.
Career Highlights
- Played Chris Hale on 'Wagon Train' (1959–1965), succeeding Ward Bond as the lead.
- Portrayed Clay Grainger on 'The Virginian' (1967–1970).
- Appeared in prominent films such as 'Psycho' (1960), 'The Asphalt Jungle' (1950), and 'Winchester '73' (1950).
- Had an extensive radio career before transitioning to television and film.
Trivia
- Was married to actress Jeanette Nolan, with whom he appeared in several productions.
- His daughter, Holly McIntire, was also an actress.
- He replaced Ward Bond as the lead in 'Wagon Train' after Bond's sudden death.
FAQs
People also ask
When was John McIntire born?
John McIntire was born the 27 June 1907.
Where is John McIntire from?
Spokane, Washington, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About June 27th, 1907, in brief:
- Day of the week: June 27th, 1907 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: My Irish Rosie by J.W. Myers
- Popular movie: Tom Sawyer directed by Unknown
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