Jeffrey Stone's remarkable journey in the film industry spanned 14 years, taking him to the vibrant hubs of Hollywood, Italy, and Spain. His career began with a prestigious role as the model for "Prince Charming" in Disney's beloved classic, Cinderella. He soon transitioned to the big screen, playing the iconic character of D'Artagnan in the 1956 film, The Three Musketeers, also known as The Three Musketeers.
Throughout his career, Stone appeared in numerous movies and made guest appearances on television. He was under contract with prominent studios, including David O. Selznick, Leonard Goldstein of 20th Century-Fox, and Universal Studios. In addition to his acting work, Stone also wrote for the commercial film industry and penned the story for the cult classic, Unearthly Stranger, released in 1963.
Stone's personal life was marked by a brief but significant marriage to Corinne Calvet in 1955. The couple spent the next few years filming in France, Italy, and Spain before divorcing in 1960. Stone's travels took him to Hong Kong in 1961, where he wrote and directed the film, Strange Portrait, starring Jeffrey Hunter and Mai Tai Sing.
For the next 40 years, Stone dedicated himself to exploring the rich cultures and landscapes of Asia. His travels took him to India, Nepal, Burma, Thailand, Vietnam, Hong Kong, Japan, Taiwan, the Philippines, Singapore, and Malaysia. In his journeys, Stone discovered the ancient forests of Borneo, lived among the long houses of the Penan and Dyak tribes, and even learned to use the blow pipe. He was one of the few foreigners to shoot the famous Barum River rapids and was honored as an honorary member of the Dyak Tribe.
Stone's experiences in Asia inspired him to write a Khmer Bronze reference book and a Romantic Adventure novel, both of which were published. He spent his later years writing adventure novels set against the backdrop of Southeast Asia, drawing heavily from his own travels and experiences. Tragically, Stone passed away at the age of 85 in Penang, Malaysia, leaving behind a legacy of his remarkable life and work.
