Richard Hamilton's life began on December 31, 1920, in the bustling metropolis of Chicago, Illinois, USA, a city that would forever hold a special place in his heart. As an accomplished actor, he left an indelible mark on the world of cinema, captivating audiences with his performances in a plethora of iconic films, including the action-packed blockbuster "On Deadly Ground" released in 1994, the beloved sci-fi comedy "Men in Black" from 1997, and the historical drama "Sommersby" which premiered in 1993. Throughout his life, he was deeply devoted to his loving wife, Marilynn Margaret Morgan, with whom he shared a beautiful bond. Tragically, his life came to a close on December 21, 2004, in the charming town of Jeffersonville, New York, USA, leaving behind a legacy that would continue to inspire generations to come.
Personal Details
BornDec 31, 1920 Chicago, Illinois, USA
Biography
Career
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2002

Death to Smoochy as Old Vagrant
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1999

Message in a Bottle as Chet
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1998

Reach the Rock as Ed
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1997

Home Alone 3 as Cab Driver
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Men in Black as Dee
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1994

On Deadly Ground as Hugh Palmer
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The Yearling as Pa Forrester
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1993

The Paint Job as Robert
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Sommersby as Doc Evans
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1992

Mo' Money as Judge Harold Lake
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1991

Plymouth as Mayor Wendell Mackenzies
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1990

Murder in Black and White as Mr. Olney
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1989

In Country as Grampaw
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1987

Pals as Herman
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Ironweed as Donovan
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1985

Wild Horses as Blue Houston
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Heaven Help Us as Grandpa
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The Sure Thing as Bartender
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Pale Rider as Jed Blankenship
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1984

Single Bars, Single Women as Tate
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Protocol as Mr. Davis
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1983

Dixie: Changing Habits as Judge Delaney
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When Your Lover Leaves as Gramps
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Silkwood as Georgie
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1981

Arthur as Bill
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Bret Maverick as Cy Whittaker
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1980

F.D.R.: The Last Year as Robert Hanagan
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Resurrection as Earl Carpenter
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1971

The Hospital as Dr. Ronald Casey
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1969

Trilogy as Man in Automat
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1963

Ladybug Ladybug as JoAnn's Father