Obituary of Rory Calhoun

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Rory Calhoun

Rory Calhoun (born August 8, 1922 in Los Angeles, California) was a film actor and TV actor who was best known for starring in westerns during the 1950s and 1960s including his role as Eben in the 1953 comedy film, “How to Marry a Millionaire.” Rory died on April 28, 1999 and his death was because of diabetes and emphysema. He died at age 76.

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Rory Calhoun Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Calhoun, Rory
    • Common Name: Rory Calhoun
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Los Angeles, California, United States
    • Birth Date: August 08, 1922
    • Age: 76 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Smoke
    • Occupations:
    • Active Years: 1941-1993
    • Net Worth: $5 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Newman's Own Dressing
    • Favorite Color: Baby Blue
    • Favorite Scent: Armaf Club De Nuit Intense
    • Favorite Actor: Buster Keaton

    Rory's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Francis Timothy McCown
    • Father: James McCown
    • Mother: Elizabeth Cuthbert
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Lita Baron (married 1948-divorced 1970)
      • Sue Rhodes (married 1971-divorced 1979)
      • Sue Rhodes (married 1982-1999, his death)
      • Vitina Marcus (partnered?-separated?)
    • Daughter(s):
      • Athena Marcus Calhoun
      • Rory Patricia Calhoun
      • Cindy Calhoun
      • Lorri Calhoun
      • Tami Calhoun

Death Notice:

  • Date: April 28 1999 at age 76
  • Place: Burbank, California, United States
  • Cause of Death: Diabetes (and emphysema)

Category Tags:

Film ActorTV Actor American Born on August 8th Born in 1922 Born in California Died in 1999 Died at age 76 Died from Diabetes

Rory's Notable Roles:

  • How to Marry a Millionaire

Quotable Quotes:

"Rory Calhoun lived a legendary life of passion and adventure, leaving an everlasting legacy in Hollywood through his unforgettable talent and undeniable charm. (V)"

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

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Wiki Page Updated: 2024-09-26 00:43:05
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