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Gene Evans. Actor: Ace in the Hole. Gene Evans was born in Holbrook, Arizona, on July 11, 1922, and was raised in Colton, California. He served in the Army during World War II as a combat engineer, and was awarded the Purple Heart and the Bronze Star for bravery in action.
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Background. Acting career. Death. Partial filmography. Television. References. External links. Gene Evans. Eugene Barton Evans (July 11, 1922 – April 1, 1998) was an American actor who appeared in numerous television series, television films, and feature films between 1947 and 1989. [citation needed] Background.
Apr 4, 1998 · Gene Evans, a rugged character actor who appeared in more than 30 films, including ''Operation Petticoat'' and ''Walking Tall,'' died on Wednesday at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital. He...
Apr 1, 1998 · Gene Evans (July 11, 1922 - April 1, 1998) was an American actor. He was born in Holbrook, Arizona, but reared in Colton, California. His acting career began while he was serving in World War II. He performed with a theatrical troupe of GIs in Europe. Evans made his film debut in 1947 and appeared in dozens of movies and television programs.
Apr 3, 1998 · April 3, 1998 12 AM PT. TIMES STAFF WRITER. Gene Evans, character actor best known for his roles as director Samuel Fuller’s quintessential tough guy, beginning in “The Steel Helmet,” has died....
