Arch Johnson was an American actor known for his roles in “West Side Story,” “Other People’s Money,” and numerous television shows. He was born on March 14, 1922, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and had a successful career in theater and film.
Personal and Family Life
Arch Johnson was married multiple times throughout his life. He was married to Jean Nancy Dickerson until his death in 1997. He also had three children with his second wife, Joyce, and two children with Yvonne Saccard during their marriage.
Career Highlights
Johnson began his career in theater, starring in the original Broadway production of “West Side Story” and later returning for the revival in the 1980s. His notable roles included acting in films like “The Sting” and numerous guest appearances on television. By the end of his career, he returned to his first love, theater, before retiring in the late 1990s.
Death and Legacy
Arch Johnson passed away from cancer on October 9, 1997, in Snow Hill, Maryland. He left behind five children and seven grandchildren, along with six great-grandchildren. Johnson is remembered for his contributions to both stage and screen, and his performances continue to be appreciated by fans.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Buddy Holly Story | 1978-05-18 | Mr. Holly |
| Walking Tall | 1973-02-22 | Buel Jaggers |
| The Sting | 1973-12-25 | Combs |
| Somebody Up There Likes Me | 1956-07-04 | Heldon |
| G.I. Blues | 1960-11-23 | Sgt. McGraw |
| Double Indemnity | 1973-10-13 | Dietrickson |
| Death Mask | 1984-12-07 | Dr. Robert Riordan |
| Gun Glory | 1957-07-19 | Gunn |
| The Liberation of L.B. Jones | 1970-03-18 | Stanley Bumpas |
| Babe | 1975-10-25 | Mr. Johnson |
| The Explosive Generation | 1961-10-19 | Mr. George Sommers |
| Niagara | 1953-01-26 | Taxi Driver (uncredited) |
| The Cheyenne Social Club | 1970-06-12 | Marshal Anderson |
| The Lawbreakers | 1961-08-15 | Gus Honochek |
| Napoleon and Samantha | 1972-07-05 | Police Chief |
| Sullivan’s Empire | 1967-08-04 | John Sullivan Sr. |
| Nightmare | 1974-01-08 | Super |
| Better Late Than Never | 1979-10-17 | |
| Camper John | 1973-04-27 | Beaumont |
| Garden of Eden | 1954-09-01 | |
| Murder in Black and White | 1990-01-07 | Captain Barron |
| Bang the Drum Slowly | 1956-09-26 | Goose |
| Twilight of Honor | 1963-11-13 | Mac McWade |
| Easy Money | 1983-08-19 | Vendor at Armory |
| The Underground Man | 1974-05-06 | Joe Kelsey |
| Happily Ever After | 1978-09-05 | Del Gregory |
| The Rookies | 1972-03-07 | Ranch Instructor |