J.D. Cannon
Birth Name:
John Donovan Cannon
Birth Place:
Salmon, Idaho, United States
Profession
Actor, Soundtrack
Fast Facts
- Attended New York's American Academy of Dramatic Arts
- Husband of Broadway actress and playwright Alice Cannon
- First major movie role was in the 1967 crime drama "Cool Hand Luke․"
- Last TV role was in an episode of NBC's "Law and Order" in 1991
- Helped to establish Joseph Papp's renowned New York Shakespeare Festival
- Served during World War II in the U․S․ Army
- Was known to wear a toupee later in his acting career
Awards
- 1975Primetime Emmy - Outstanding Continuing Performance by a Supporting Actor in a Drama Series:Nominated