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Charlton Heston (born John Charles Carter; October 4, 1923 – April 5, 2008) was an American actor and political activist. He gained stardom for his leading man roles in numerous Hollywood films including biblical epics, science-fiction films and action films.
IMDb provides an extensive overview of the life and career of Charlton Heston, one of Hollywood's top leading men and a political activist. Learn about his roles in Biblical epics, sci-fi classics, westerns, and more, as well as his awards and trivia.
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Learn about the life and career of Charlton Heston, one of Hollywood's top leading men and a political activist. He starred in over 100 films, including Ben-Hur, The Ten Commandments, Planet of the Apes, and Earthquake.
- October 4, 1923
- April 5, 2008
Apr 23, 2024 · Charlton Heston, American actor who was known for his chiseled features and compelling speaking voice and for his numerous roles as historical figures and famous literary characters. His movies included The Ten Commandments, Ben-Hur, The Greatest Story Ever Told, and Planet of the Apes.
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A list of 25 movies starring the legendary actor Charlton Heston, from classics like The Ten Commandments and Ben-Hur to sci-fi and westerns. See ratings, summaries, directors, and co-stars for each film.
Apr 6, 2008 · April 6, 2008. Charlton Heston, who appeared in some 100 films in his 60-year acting career but who is remembered chiefly for his monumental, jut-jawed portrayals of Moses, Ben-Hur and...
Apr 9, 2008 · Heston, who died Saturday night at 84, was a towering figure both in his politics and on screen, where his characters had the ear of God (Moses in “The Ten Commandments”), survived apocalyptic...
