Born on September 9, 1923, in La Jolla, California, he was an esteemed American actor with a career spanning over six decades. He gained prominence with his Oscar-winning performance in "Charly" (1968), an adaptation of "Flowers for Algernon." Known for his versatility, he appeared in films like "PT 109," "Three Days of the Condor," and played Uncle Ben in the "Spider-Man" trilogy. Aside from acting, he was an avid aviator. He passed away on September 10, 2011.
THREE DAYS OF THE CONDOR
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BRAINSTORM
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J.W. COOP
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