John A. Alonzo

John A. Alonzo

Deceased · Born: Jun 12, 1934 · Died: Mar 13, 2001

Personal Details

BornJun 12, 1934 Dallas, Texas, USA
Spouse
  • Suzanne L. Heltzel

    ( Dec 28, 1954 to Nov 30, 1966 )
  • Jan Murray

    ( May 11, 2025 to Mar 13, 2001 )

Biography

John A. Alonzo, a complex and multifaceted individual, made his grand entrance into this world on the twelfth day of June, 1934, in the bustling metropolis of Dallas, Texas, a city that embodies the quintessential essence of American culture, situated in the heart of the United States of America.

Noted cinematic virtuoso and accomplished thespian, renowned for his extensive and varied repertoire of outstanding performances, has left an indelible mark on the world of filmmaking, with a diverse and impressive array of iconic motion pictures that have captivated audiences for generations.

Some of his most notable and enduring works include the 1974 neo-noir masterpiece "Chinatown", which garnered widespread critical acclaim and cemented his status as a master of the craft.

Additionally, his 1960 classic "The Magnificent Seven", a sweeping epic Western that reimagines the timeless tale of "Seven Samurai", showcases his versatility and range as a performer.

Furthermore, his 1994 blockbuster "Star Trek: Generations" marked a significant milestone in the storied franchise, as he brought his unique talent and vision to the iconic role, weaving a captivating narrative that has become an integral part of popular culture.

Through his remarkable body of work, he has demonstrated a profound understanding of the art of storytelling, and has left an indelible mark on the world of cinema, inspiring countless others to follow in his footsteps.

John A. Alonzo's life was filled with profound affection and companionship, as he was fortunate enough to share his journey with not one, but two extraordinary women, Suzanne L. Heltzel and Jan Murray, whom he had previously had the privilege of marrying.

John A. Alonzo's life on this earth was tragically cut short on the thirteenth day of March, two thousand and one, in the affluent and iconic city of Beverly Hills, California, United States of America.

Career

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1964
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Nightmare in Chicago
Nightmare in Chicago as Officer Miller
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1962
Hand of Death
Hand of Death as Carlos, lab assistant
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Terror at Black Falls
Terror at Black Falls as Carlos Avila (as John Alonzo)
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1961
The Long Rope
The Long Rope as Manuel Alvarez (as John Alonzo)
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Susan Slade
Susan Slade as Engineer
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{"id":94618,"title":"The Crowded Sky","year":"1960","character":"Young Repairman","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-crowded-sky","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_94618.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_94618.jpg"},"released":1}
1960
The Crowded Sky
The Crowded Sky as Young Repairman
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The Twilight Zone
The Twilight Zone as Luís Gallegos
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1958
The Gun Runners
The Gun Runners as Soldier in Car (uncredited)
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2007
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2000
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1998
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1992
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1980
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Belle Starr
Belle Starr as Director
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1979
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{"id":64155,"title":"FM","year":"1978","job":"Director","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/fm","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_64155.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_64155.jpg"},"released":1}
1978
FM
FM as Director