John Ireland
John Ireland

John Ireland1914–1992

Known for Acting

Born in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

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Personal info

Known for
Acting
Born
1/31/1914
Birthplace
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Died
3/21/1992 (aged 78)
Gender
Male
Also known as
John Ireland Jr, John Benjamin Ireland

Biography

John Benjamin Ireland was a Canadian-American actor and film director. He was nominated for an Academy Award for his performance in All the King's Men (1949), making him the first Vancouver-born actor to receive an Academy Award nomination. Ireland was a supporting actor in several famous Western films such as My Darling Clementine (1946), Red River (1948), Vengeance Valley (1951), and Gunfight at the O.K. Corral (1957). His other notable film roles were in 55 Days at Peking (1963), The Adventurers (1970), and Farewell, My Lovely (1975). Ireland also appeared in many television series, notably The Cheaters (1960–1962). He was given a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for his contribution to the TV industry.

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