Obituary of Nick Adams

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Nick Adams

Nicholas Aloysius Adamshock (born July 10, 1931 in Nanticoke, Pennsylvania) was a film actor, TV actor, and screenwriter who was best known for his starring role in the American TV series, “The Rebel.” Nick died on February 7, 1968 and his death was reportedly because of a drug overdose. He died young at age 36.

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Nick Adams Biography Wiki:

    • Net Worth: $2.5 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
    • Favorite Color: White
    • Favorite Scent: Jimmy Choo Man
    • Favorite Actor: Jodie Foster

    Nick's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Nicholas Aloysius Adamshock
    • Father: Peter Adamshock
    • Mother: Catherine Adamshock (née Kutz)
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Carol Nugent (married 1959-1968, his death)
    • Son(s):
      • Jen Stuart Adams
    • Daughter(s):
      • Allyson Adams

Death Notice:

  • Date: February 07 1968 at age 36
  • Place: Beverly Hills, California, United States
  • Cause of Death: Overdose (paraldehyde and promazine)

Category Tags:

Film ActorTV Actor Screenwriter American Born on July 10th Born in 1931 Born in Pennsylvania Died in 1968 Died at age 36 Died from Overdose

Nick's Notable Roles:

  • The Rebel

Quotable Quotes:

"I dreamed all my life of being a movie star. Movies were my life. You had to have an escape when you were raised in a basement. I saw all the James Cagney, Humphrey Bogart and John Garfield pictures. Odds against the world ... that was my meat." (IMDB)

"Nick Adams lived a vibrant and adventure-filled life, embracing every moment with courage and passion, and continues to be remembered and cherished by those who were lucky enough to know him. (V)"

Is Mr. Nick Adams still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.

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Nick Adams at IMDB

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Celebrity Obit Rating: 4 Stars
Wiki Page Updated: 2024-01-12 08:43:05
Author: Stan
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