The Killing
1956
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Sterling Walter Hayden (born Sterling Relyea Walter; March 26, 1916 – May 23, 1986) was an American actor, author, sailor, model and Marine.A leading man for most of his career, he specialized in westerns and film noir throughout the 1950s, in films such as John Huston's The Asphalt Jungle (1950), Nicholas Ray's Johnny Guitar (1954), and Stanley Kubrick's The Killing (1956).
IMDb profile of Sterling Hayden, a versatile and adventurous Hollywood star who ran away to sea at 17, fought in World War II, and wrote novels. See his filmography, biography, awards, trivia, and more.
- Actor, Writer, Soundtrack
- March 26, 1916
- 3 min
- May 23, 1986
Learn about the life and career of Sterling Hayden, a sailor, commando, actor, and author. Find out his film credits, awards, quotes, trivia, and personal details on IMDb.
- March 26, 1916
- May 23, 1986
May 24, 1986 · Mr. Hayden was named Sterling Relyea Walter when he was born in Montclair, N.J., on March 26, 1916. He dropped out of high school at the age of 16 and hired on as mate on a schooner.
Learn how Sterling Hayden left his acting career to join the Office of Strategic Services (OSS) during World War II and performed daring missions in Europe. Discover his life as a sailor, author, and actor after the war.
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May 23, 1986 · May 23, 1986 12 AM PT. United Press International. SAUSALITO —. Sterling Hayden, actor, war hero and author who led a life of contradictions, died quietly at his home today of cancer. He was 70 ...
A biography of Sterling Hayden, a Hollywood star who served as a clandestine operative for the Office of Strategic Services (OSS) during World War II. Learn about his early life, his love of the sea, his career in film and theater, and his bravery in the Mediterranean Theater.
