Mark Stevens
Birth Name:
Richard William Stevens
Birth Place:
Cleveland, Ohio, United States
Profession
Actor, Director, Producer, Soundtrack, Writer
Fast Facts
- 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
- Started out as a reporter for the Akron Beacon-Journal in Ohio before becoming an actor
- 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