Known For
Acting
Birthday
November 25, 1926
Place of Birth
New Orleans, Louisiana, USA
Also Known As
- Henry Herman McKinnies, Jr
- Jeff Hunter
- Henry Herman McKinnies Jr.
- جفری هانتر
Jeffrey Hunter
Biography
Jeffrey Hunter (November 25, 1926 – May 27, 1969) was a versatile American actor who made a significant impact on the film and television industry. He is best known for his portrayal of Martin Pawley in the classic Western film, The Searchers. However, his talent extended beyond Westerns. He also delivered compelling performances in other notable films such as: King of Kings (1961): Hunter played the pivotal role of Jesus Christ in this epic biblical film. The Last Hurrah (1958): He starred alongside Spencer Tracy. Fourteen Hours (1955): He made his film debut in this suspenseful crime thriller. In addition to his film work, Hunter also appeared in several television shows, including Bonanza and The Virginian. Unfortunately, his career was tragically cut short in 1969 at the age of 42 due to an Intracranial hemorrhage.
Known For - Movies
King of Kings
as Jesus
The Longest Day
as Sgt. (later Lt.) John H. Fuller
The Searchers
as Martin Pawley
The Last Hurrah
as Adam Caulfield
A Kiss Before Dying
as Gordon Grant
Directed by John Ford
as (archive footage)
The Proud Ones
as Thad Anderson
A Guide for the Married Man
as Technical Adviser (Mountain Climber)
Sergeant Rutledge
as Lt. Tom Cantrell
Fourteen Hours
as Danny Klempner
Known For - TV Shows
Star Trek
as Capt. Christopher Pike (archive footage)
Star Trek: Discovery
as Captain Christopher Pike (archive footage)
The Alfred Hitchcock Hour
as Harold
Combat!
as Sgt. Dane
Climax!
as Wesley Jerome Penn
Climax!
as Phil Aubry
The F.B.I.
as Francis Jerome
The F.B.I.
as Ralph Stuart
Daniel Boone
as Roark Logan
Kraft Suspense Theatre
as Fred Girard