Don Haggerty was an American actor who is best known for Cause for Alarm! (1951), The Loved One (1965), and Footsteps in the Night (1957).
Personal and Family Life
Born on July 3, 1914, in Poughkeepsie, New York, Don Haggerty had a varied personal life. He was married three times, first to Libby Bennett, then to Fay Devereux Keith, and finally to Janet Marilyn McAuliffe. He had one child, Dan Haggerty, who is not to be confused with him despite the similar names. Haggerty enjoyed a successful career in film and television, often playing tough-guy roles.
Death and Legacy
Don Haggerty passed away on August 19, 1988, in Cocoa Beach, Florida. His contributions to film, particularly in the genres of film noir and action, have made him a memorable figure in cinema. Interestingly, he is noted for being the only actor to have his name removed from the Hollywood Walk of Fame due to a clerical error, which adds a unique twist to his legacy.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Night of the Grizzly | 1966-04-20 | Sam Podds |
| Armored Car Robbery | 1950-06-08 | Detective Driving Final Pursuit Car |
| The Killers | 1964-07-07 | Mail Truck Driver |
| Hell Is for Heroes | 1962-06-26 | Capt. Mace |
| Loophole | 1954-03-28 | Neil Sanford |
| Cause for Alarm! | 1951-03-30 | Mr. Russell |
| The Loved One | 1965-10-11 | Haggerty |
| Footsteps in the Night | 1957-04-14 | Detective Sergeant Mike Duncan |