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Mark Stevens Biography

Birth Name:Richard William Stevens

Birth Place:Cleveland, Ohio, United States

Profession Actor, Director, Producer, Soundtrack, Writer

Fast Facts

  • Started out as a reporter for the Akron Beacon-Journal in Ohio before becoming an actor
  • Joined the theater company Corona Barn, where he appeared in shows like "The Drunkard" and "Billy the Kid," and also painted scenery and sold popcorn
  • Made his screen acting debut in the documentary short "Food and Magic" in 1943
  • Also directed the feature films "Cry Vengeance" and "Time Table" as well as several episodes of "Big Town" and "Wagon Train․"
  • Best known for his role as Robert Cunningham in "The Snake Pit" and as Steve Wilson in "Big Town․"
  • Started his own production company to make films and commercials in the 1950s
  • Wrote, directed, and appeared in the film "Jessy Does Not Forgive․․․He Kills!" in 1965

Awards

  • 1946Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (July): winner
  • 1948Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (September): winner