John Cassavetes

TV Actor

Birthday December 9, 1929

Birth Sign Sagittarius

Birthplace New York City, NY

DEATH DATE Feb 3, 1989 (59)

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About

Actor who appeared in The Dirty Dozen and produced some of the first successful independent films.

Before Fame

He was born in the U.S. but grew up in Greece, not speaking any English until age seven.

Trivia

He appeared in many supporting roles and starred in the 1957 film, Edge of the City.

Family Life

He was married to actress, Gena Rowlands for thirty-five years.

Associated With

His daughter, Zoe wrote the film, Broken English, which starred Parker Posey.