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Steve Cochran - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | June 25, 1917 |
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| Died | June 15, 1965 (age 47) |
| Birthplace | Eureka, California, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer - (see also Steve Cochran's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Snake |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Starring in classic films like 'White Heat' (1949), 'The Damned Don't Cry' (1950), and his role as a gangster or antihero in film noir movies. |
Intro
Steve Cochran was an American film, television, and stage actor known for his tough-guy roles in Hollywood from the 1940s through the 1960s. He appeared in numerous films playing gangsters, villains, and complex antiheroes, and developed a reputation for intensity both on and off screen.
Early Life & Background
Steve Cochran was born as Robert Alexander Cochran to a traveling sales executive in Eureka, California. He attended the University of Wyoming and briefly worked as a cowboy and in theater before moving to Hollywood to pursue acting.
Career Highlights
- Breakout supporting role as Big Ed Somers in 'White Heat' (1949) with James Cagney.
- Starred alongside Joan Crawford in 'The Damned Don't Cry' (1950).
- Appeared in numerous film noir productions, earning acclaim for his performances as brooding villains.
- Worked with directors like Raoul Walsh and appeared on television in series such as 'The Untouchables.'
- Produced, directed, and starred in the film 'Come Next Spring' (1956).
Trivia
- Died in mysterious circumstances aboard his yacht off the coast of Guatemala in 1965.
- Had a reputation in Hollywood for his flamboyant personal life and relationships.
- Often typecast as a gangster or heavy due to his intense screen presence.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Steve Cochran born?
Steve Cochran was born the 25 June 1917.
Where is Steve Cochran from?
Eureka, California, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About June 25th, 1917, in brief:
- Day of the week: June 25th, 1917 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Snake (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: M-I-S-S-I-S-S-I-P-P-I by Anna Wheaton
- Popular movie: The Man from Painted Post directed by Joseph Henabery
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