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William Holden
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Actor Born: April 17, 1918 in O'Fallon, IL Death: November 16, 1981 in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, CA Biography:The son of a chemical analyst, American actor "William Holden" plunged into high school and junior college sports activities as a means of "proving himself" to his demanding father. Nonetheless, Holden's forte would be in what he'd always consider a "sissy" profession: acting. Spotted by a talent scout during a stage production at Pasadena Junior College, Holden was signed by both Paramount and Columbia, who would share his contract for the next two decades. After one bit role, Holden was thrust into the demanding leading part of boxer Joe Bonaparte in "Golden Boy" (1939). He was so green and nervous that Columbia considered replacing him, but co-star "Barbara Stanwyck" took it upon herself to coach the young actor and build up his confidence -- a selfless act for which Holden would be grateful until the day he died. After serving as a lieutenant in the Army's special services unit, Holden returned to... Full Biography
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