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Marshall Thompson Biography
Birth Name:James Marshall Thompson
Birth Place:Peoria, Illinois, United States
Profession Actor, Director, Writer, Producer, Soundtrack
Fast Facts
- Pursued a pre-med degree at Occidental College in Los Angeles
- Had one daughter, Janet, with actress Barbara Long
- Made his first on-screen appearance in 1944's "Henry Aldrich, Boy Scout․"
- Was inspired by a high school teacher to pursue an acting career
- Buried by an avalanche while filming the series "Daktari․"
- His hobbies included sailing, horse back riding, tennis and playing guitar
- His film "It! The Terror from Beyond Space" inspired Ridley Scott's film "Alien․"
Awards
- 1949Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (December): winner