John Close

John Close

Deceased · Born: Jun 1, 1921 · Died: Dec 21, 1963

Personal Details

BornJun 1, 1921 Hollywood, California, USA
Spouse
  • Paula Teagarden

    ( Jun 16, 1954 to Dec 21, 1963 )
  • Juanita Close

Biography

John Close, a renowned actor, came into this world on June 1, 1921, in the vibrant city of Hollywood, California, USA, a place that would forever hold a special significance in his life and career.

He made a lasting impression on the silver screen, leaving behind a legacy of iconic roles in films such as Sudden Danger, which premiered in 1955, The Girl on the Bridge, a 1951 release, and Whirlybirds, a 1957 production that showcased his remarkable acting prowess.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, John Close was a devoted husband, having been married to the lovely Paula Teagarden and the beautiful Juanita Close, women who undoubtedly brought immense joy and love into his life.

Sadly, John Close's life came to a close on December 21, 1963, in Palm Springs, California, USA, a place he had grown to love and call home. Despite his untimely passing, his memory lives on through the countless hearts he touched and the timeless works he left behind.

Career

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1963
The Slime People
The Slime People as KTTV Reporter Vince Williams
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1962
Convicts 4
Convicts 4 as Guard
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1959
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1958
Step Down to Terror
Step Down to Terror as Detective (uncredited)
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Run Silent Run Deep
Run Silent Run Deep as Co-ordinate Fixer at Bungo Straits (uncredited)
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1957
Beginning of the End
Beginning of the End as Maj. Everett
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Chain of Evidence
Chain of Evidence as Lead State Trooper
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Footsteps in the Night
Footsteps in the Night as Detective Mac McConnell (Uncredited)
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1956
World Without End
World Without End as Reporter (uncredited)
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1955
Sudden Danger
Sudden Danger as Det. Sgt. Mike Duncan
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Finger Man
Finger Man as 'Big' Walters
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Illegal
Illegal as Prison Switchboard Guard (uncredited)
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Rebel Without a Cause
Rebel Without a Cause as Police Officer (uncredited)
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1954
Drive a Crooked Road
Drive a Crooked Road as Police Officer
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Black Tuesday
Black Tuesday as Cop (uncredited)
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1953
Fangs of the Arctic
Fangs of the Arctic as Henchman Howell
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Take the High Ground!
Take the High Ground! as Military Policeman (uncredited)
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The Big Heat
The Big Heat as Policeman (uncredited)
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Gentlemen Prefer Blondes
Gentlemen Prefer Blondes as Olympic Team Coach (uncredited)
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1952
Red Skies of Montana
Red Skies of Montana as Lewisohn (uncredited)
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You for Me
You for Me as Cop (uncredited)
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We're Not Married!
We're Not Married! as Major (uncredited)
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Pat and Mike
Pat and Mike as Trooper (uncredited)
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Sailor Beware
Sailor Beware as Hospital Corpsman (uncredited)
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1951
The Girl on the Bridge
The Girl on the Bridge as Harry Olson (as Johnny Close)
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Submarine Command
Submarine Command as Frogman (as John V. Close)
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Halls of Montezuma
Halls of Montezuma as Marine (uncredited)
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1950
The Breaking Point
The Breaking Point as Deputy (uncredited)
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Where the Sidewalk Ends
Where the Sidewalk Ends as Hanson (uncredited)