Billy Kearns

Billy Kearns

Deceased · Born: Feb 17, 1923 · Died: Nov 28, 1992

1963
1962
1960

Personal Details

BornFeb 17, 1923 Seattle, Washington, U.S.A

Biography

Born on February 17, 1923, in the charming city of Seattle, Washington, USA, William R. Kearns, a gifted actor, entered the world, destined to leave an indelible mark on the film industry with his remarkable performances.

One of the most remarkable and enduring aspects of his illustrious acting career was his standout performance in the 1960 cinematic masterpiece "Plein soleil", a testament to his extraordinary range and versatility as a thespian. This role served as a precursor to a long and storied career marked by his impressive ability to seamlessly transition between a wide variety of characters, captivating audiences with his immense talent and undeniable presence on the silver screen.

Billy Kearns' life, marked by a profound sense of purpose and passion, was tragically cut short on the twenty-eighth day of November, nineteen hundred and ninety-two, in the picturesque and serene town of Château d'Oex, Switzerland, a place renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere.

This unexpected and untimely demise left behind a remarkable legacy, one that would continue to captivate and inspire individuals of all ages, serving as a testament to the enduring impact of his remarkable life.

Career

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1989
{"id":61151,"title":"Beryl Markham: A Shadow on the Sun","year":"1988","character":"Farmer","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/beryl-markham-a-shadow-on-the-sun","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_61151.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_61151.jpg"},"released":1}
1988
{"id":22540,"title":"Just the Way You Are","year":"1984","character":"Earl Cooper","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/just-the-way-you-are","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_22540.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_22540.jpg"},"released":1}
1984
{"id":22877,"title":"Enigma","year":"1982","character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/enigma","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_22877.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_22877.jpg"},"released":1}
1982
{"id":63945,"title":"The Hostage Tower","year":"1980","character":"General Hornbecker","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-hostage-tower","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_63945.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_63945.jpg"},"released":1}
1980
The Hostage Tower
The Hostage Tower as General Hornbecker
{"id":6454,"title":"Marathon Man","year":"1976","character":"Tourist Couple","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/marathon-man","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/35hobrvirmlg.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/35hobrvirmlg.jpg"},"released":1}
1976
Marathon Man
Marathon Man as Tourist Couple
{"id":226203,"title":"Les mari\u00e9s de l'an deux","year":"1971","character":"le beau-p\u00e8re","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/les-maries-de-lan-deux","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_226203.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_226203.jpg"},"released":1}
1971
{"id":223651,"title":"Bed & Board","year":"1970","character":"Mr. Max","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/bed-board","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_223651.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_223651.jpg"},"released":1}
1970
Bed & Board
Bed & Board as Mr. Max
{"id":1223,"title":"Patton","year":"1970","character":"Officer Callagher (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/patton","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/1hicta5acbq0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/1hicta5acbq0.jpg"},"released":1}
Patton
Patton as Officer Callagher (uncredited)
{"id":225707,"title":"The Exchange Student","year":"1967","character":"Driver of the coach","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-exchange-student","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_225707.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_225707.jpg"},"released":1}
1967
The Exchange Student
The Exchange Student as Driver of the coach
{"id":89540,"title":"Playtime","year":"1967","character":"Mr. Schulz, the American businessman","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/playtime","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_89540.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_89540.jpg"},"released":1}
Playtime
Playtime as Mr. Schulz, the American businessman
{"id":227329,"title":"The Gendarme in New York","year":"1965","character":"Le lieutenant de police","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-gendarme-in-new-york","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_227329.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_227329.jpg"},"released":1}
1965
The Gendarme in New York
The Gendarme in New York as Le lieutenant de police
{"id":221034,"title":"How to Keep the Red Lamp Burning","year":"1965","character":"James J. Gordon, wealthy Texan, lover of the Baroness (segment \"Le Proc\u00e8s\") (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/how-to-keep-the-red-lamp-burning","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_221034.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_221034.jpg"},"released":1}
How to Keep the Red Lamp Burning
How to Keep the Red Lamp Burning as James J. Gordon, wealthy Texan, lover of the Baroness (segment "Le Procès") (uncredited)
{"id":226187,"title":"Symphonie pour un massacre","year":"1963","character":"American customer (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/symphonie-pour-un-massacre","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/2mkbcrfpdu30.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/2mkbcrfpdu30.jpg"},"released":1}
1963
Symphonie pour un massacre
Symphonie pour un massacre as American customer (uncredited)
{"id":87879,"title":"The Trial","year":"1962","character":"Assistant Inspector #1","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-trial-1962","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_87879.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_87879.jpg"},"released":1}
1962
The Trial
The Trial as Assistant Inspector #1
{"id":26935,"title":"Purple Noon","year":"1960","character":"Freddy Miles","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/purple-noon","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_26935.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_26935.jpg"},"released":1}
1960
Purple Noon
Purple Noon as Freddy Miles
{"id":119443,"title":"Two Men in Manhattan","year":"1959","character":"Security man at Ridgewood Tavern","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/two-men-in-manhattan","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_119443.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_119443.jpg"},"released":1}
1959
Two Men in Manhattan
Two Men in Manhattan as Security man at Ridgewood Tavern