The Last Picture Show
1971
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Francis Benjamin Johnson Jr. (June 13, 1918 – April 8, 1996) was an American film and television actor, stuntman, and world-champion rodeo cowboy. Johnson brought authenticity to many roles in Westerns with his droll manner and expert horsemanship. The son of a rancher, Johnson arrived in Hollywood to deliver a consignment of horses for a film.
Ben Johnson was a cowboy, stuntman, and actor who starred in over 300 movies, including The Last Picture Show, for which he won an Oscar. He was also a champion roper and a member of John Ford's stock company.
- June 13, 1918
- April 8, 1996
Benjamin Sinclair Johnson, CM OOnt (born December 30, 1961) is a Canadian former sprinter. During the 1987–88 season he held the title of the world's fastest man, breaking both the 100m and the 60m indoor World Records.
- Benjamin Sinclair Johnson, Jr.
- Canada
- 75 kg (165 lb)
Ben Johnson (1918-1996) was an American actor who appeared in over 300 movies, including The Last Picture Show, The Wild Bunch, and The Getaway. He also won a world roping championship in 1953 and worked as a stuntman and horse wrangler for many stars.
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- Foraker, Shidler, Oklahoma, USA
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- Mesa, Arizona, USA
9 hours ago · Ben Johnson should have been on top of the world when he won gold in the 100-metre sprint at the 1988 Olympics in Seoul, South Korea. But days later, his medal was stripped due to a positive ...
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Jul 23, 2012 · Ben Johnson and the dirtiest race in history. James Montague, CNN. 9 minute read. Updated 5:40 PM EDT, Mon July 23, 2012. Link Copied! The scandal also detracted from Carl Lewis' achievements....
Nov 16, 2009 · On September 24, 1988, Canadian sprinter Ben Johnson runs the 100-meter dash in 9.79 seconds to win gold at the Summer Olympics in Seoul, South Korea. Johnson’s triumph, however, was temporary:...
