Thomas Hunter facts for kids
Thomas Gregory "Tom" Hunter (born December 19, 1932 – died December 27, 2017) was an American actor and screenwriter. He was born in Savannah, Georgia. Tom Hunter became well-known for his roles in movies made outside the United States, especially a type of film called Spaghetti Westerns.
Who Was Tom Hunter?
Tom Hunter was a talented person who worked in the film industry for many years. He was an actor who appeared in movies and TV shows. He also wrote stories for films, which are called screenplays.
His Acting Career
Tom Hunter started his movie journey with a small part in a film called What Did You Do in the War, Daddy? in 1966. This movie was directed by Blake Edwards. Soon after, he got a main role in a movie called The Hills Run Red. This film was made by a famous producer named Dino De Laurentiis.
Being the star of The Hills Run Red helped Tom Hunter find more work in movies made in Europe. These European films often included action and adventure. He also appeared as a guest in several American television shows.
Beyond Acting: Writing and Theater
Besides acting, Tom Hunter had other creative talents. He was the person who started a theater group called the New England Repertory Company. This company put on plays for audiences.
Tom Hunter also enjoyed writing. He wrote the stories for two movies. One was called The 'Human' Factor, which came out in 1975. The other was a science fiction film named The Final Countdown, released in 1980.
His Later Years
Tom Hunter passed away on December 27, 2017, when he was 85 years old. He died in Norwalk, Connecticut. The cause of his death was pulmonary edema, which is a condition where fluid builds up in the lungs.
