Bruce Glover facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Bruce Glover
Bruce Glover as Mr. Wint during filming of Diamonds Are Forever (1971)
Born	Bruce Herbert Glover (1932-05-02)May 2, 1932 Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
Died	March 12, 2025(2025-03-12) (aged 92) Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Occupation	Actor
Years active	1958–2021
Spouse(s)	Connie Overstake ​ ​ (m. 1949; div. 1950)​ Marion Elizabeth Lillian "Betty" Krachey ​ ​ (m. 1960; died 2016)​
Children	2, including Crispin

Bruce Herbert Glover (May 2, 1932 – March 12, 2025) was an American actor. He was known for playing many different kinds of characters in movies and TV shows. Many people remember him as Mr. Wint, a bad guy in the James Bond film Diamonds Are Forever (1971). He also appeared in popular films like Walking Tall (1973), Chinatown (1974), and Hard Times (1975). Bruce Glover was the father of actor Crispin Glover.

Bruce Glover's Early Life and Career

Bruce Glover was born in Chicago, Illinois. His parents were Eva Elvira and Herbert Homan Glover. His family had roots in England, Czech Republic, and Sweden.

Glover served in the United States Army from 1953 to 1955. He spent six months serving in Korea.

Starting His Acting Journey

Bruce Glover began his acting career by appearing on many television shows. In the 1960s, he was seen in shows like My Favorite Martian (1963) and Perry Mason (1965). He also appeared in The Rat Patrol (1966) and The Mod Squad (1968).

In the 1970s, he continued to act in TV series. These included Gunsmoke (1969), Mission: Impossible (1970), and Police Story (1977). He also had roles in CHiPs (1978) and The Dukes of Hazzard (1979).

Famous Movie Roles

In 1971, Bruce Glover played Mr. Wint in the James Bond film Diamonds Are Forever. He acted alongside jazz musician Putter Smith, who played Mr. Kidd. They were a memorable pair of villains in the movie.

Glover also played a motorcycle gang leader named Bach in an episode of Adam-12 (1969). He was in the drama Bless the Beasts and Children (1971). He also played Duffy in the film Chinatown (1974). Another notable role was Duffy in Hard Times (1975). He also appeared as Captain Voda in an episode of The Six Million Dollar Man.

He played Deputy Grady Coker in the film Walking Tall (1973). He returned to this role in the sequels Walking Tall Part 2 (1975) and Walking Tall: Final Chapter (1977).

Later Career and Teaching

Glover stayed busy acting through the 1980s and 1990s. He made guest appearances on TV shows like Hart to Hart (1981), T. J. Hooker (1982), and The A-Team (1983). He also appeared in films such as Ghost Town (1988), Popcorn (1991), and Warlock: The Armageddon (1993).

In the 1950s, Bruce Glover started teaching acting. In the 1970s, he led acting classes called "The Indian Actors Workshops." He also had several acting studios in Los Angeles, California. In the 1990s, he even added a special acting studio to his home.

He was interviewed on the TV show Hollywood Today in 1995. He also appeared in films like Night of the Scarecrow (1995) and Ghost World (2001).

Bruce Glover's Passing

Bruce Glover passed away at a hospital in Los Angeles on March 12, 2025. He was 92 years old. His son, Crispin Glover, shared the news of his father's death on Instagram on March 29. He posted many personal and professional pictures as a tribute.

Selected Filmography

See also

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