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American actor (1923–2006) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
John Baer (June 6, 1923 – January 7, 2006) was an American actor. He appeared in over 60 film and television productions between 1950 and 1974. Among the highlights of his career was the leading role in the television series Terry and the Pirates (1953). One of his better-known film roles was as Paul Trochard, the greedy heir who gets killed by a snake, in Michael Curtiz's comedy We're No Angels (1955). While he spent most of his film career in supporting roles or bit parts, Baer also played the lead role in Night of the Blood Beast, a horror film by Gene and Roger Corman.
John Baer | |
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Born | York, Pennsylvania, U.S. | June 6, 1923
Died | January 7, 2006 82) | (aged
Occupation | Actor |
Years active | 1950–1974 |
Spouse | Noureen Jauregui (1952–????) |
When his roles declined during the 1960s, Baer started a second career in real estate business. He retired from acting after a guest appearance in Gunsmoke in 1974.
Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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1952-1953 | Terry and the Pirates | Terry Lee | 17 Episodes |
1959 | Wagon Train | Clay Willis | Season 2, Episode 37 "The Steele Family Story" |
1960 | Wanted Dead or Alive | Jim Lansing | Season 3, Episode 10 "The Medicine Man" |
1973-1974 | Gunsmoke | Nichols / Johnny's father | 2 Episodes |
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