Lamont Warren Marvin Jr. (February 19, 1924 – August 29, 1987), known as Lee Marvin, was an American film and television actor. Known for his bass voice and prematurely white hair, he is best …

American actor Lee Marvin was born Lamont Waltman Marvin Jr. in New York City. After leaving school aged 18, Marvin enlisted in the United States Marine Corps Reserve in August 1942.

Jan 7, 2026 · Lee Marvin, a rugged, durable American actor who was perhaps the quintessential cinematic ‘tough guy.’ With his brutal stone-faced appearance, he was often cast as a villain in action …

Lee Marvin (1924–1987) was a rugged, no-nonsense actor known for his deep voice, commanding presence, and tough-guy roles. A decorated WWII Marine, he brought authenticity to war films like …

Marvin was born in New York City, United States. He began his career with small roles in western movies such as Cave of Outlaws (1951), The Duel at Silver Creek (1952), with Audie Murphy, and …

Lee Marvin achieved acclaim with many film and television portrayals, but he never forgot that he had found a home in the Marine Corps and was proud to be a wounded veteran of the Pacific theater in …

Lee Marvin (February 19, 1924 – August 29, 1987) was an American actor. Known for his distinctive voice and premature white hair, Marvin initially appeared in supporting roles, mostly villains, soldiers, …

Feb 26, 2025 · Marvin's wound (in the buttocks) was from machine gun fire, which severed his sciatic nerve. He was awarded the Purple Heart and was given a medical discharge with the rank of Private …

Lee Marvin (born Lamont Waltman Marvin Jr. on February 19, 1924 – August 29, 1987) was an iconic American film and television actor. Known for his distinctive bass voice and prematurely white hair, …

Lamont Warren Marvin Jr. (February 19, 1924 – August 29, 1987), known as Lee Marvin, was an American film and television actor. Known for his bass voice and prematurely white hair, he is best …