Marshall Thompson

Birth Name:

James Marshall Thompson

Birth Place:

Peoria, Illinois, United States

Profession

Actor, Director, Writer, Producer, Soundtrack

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 film "It! The Terror from Beyond Space" inspired Ridley Scott's film "Alien․"
His hobbies included sailing, horse back riding, tennis and playing guitar

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