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Van Heflin: Biography, Facts and Career

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Van Heflin
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Emmett Evan "Van" Heflin Jr. (December 13, 1908 – July 23, 1971) was an American theatre, radio, and film actor. He played mostly character parts over the course of his film career, but during the 1940s had a string of roles as a leading man. Heflin won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in Johnny Eager (1942). He also had starring roles in the westerns Shane (1953), 3:10 to Yuma (1957), and Gunman's Walk (1958). He portrayed a mentally disturbed airline passenger in the classic disaster film Airport (1970).

Quick facts about Van Heflin

  • Full name: Van Heflin
  • Born: 1908-12-13
  • Nationality: United States
  • Known as: Actor
  • Wikidata ID: Q350678

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Who is Van Heflin?

Emmett Evan "Van" Heflin Jr.

What nationality is Van Heflin?

Van Heflin is United States.

When was Van Heflin born?

Van Heflin was born on 1908-12-13.

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