John McCarthy was an American actor best known for his roles in Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb, Public Eye, and The Electronic Monster. He was born on June 17, 1930, in Croydon, London, England, and passed away on December 6, 2018, in St. Leonards-on-Sea, East Sussex, England.
Personal and Family Life
John McCarthy had two marriages in his lifetime. He was married to Shirley Burniston from 1958 until an unknown date, and together they had two children. Later, he married Carolyn Mary Morgan in 1976, but details about their life together are not widely known.
Death and Legacy
McCarthy died on December 6, 2018, in St. Leonards-on-Sea, East Sussex, England, at an undisclosed cause. He left behind a legacy in the film industry, with memorable performances that contributed to British cinema during his career.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Snake Woman | 1961-04-26 | Charles Prentice |
| Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb | 1964-01-29 | Burpelson AFB Defense Team Member |
| Goldfinger | 1964-09-20 | Gangster (uncredited) |
| Dublin Nightmare | 1958-10-01 | Morgan |
| Escapement | 1958-03-04 | Clark Denver |
| The Bedford Incident | 1965-10-11 | Seaman 1st Class – C.I.C. |
| Free Chips Forever! | 2009-01-01 | Guard |
| Sir Francis Drake | 1961-11-12 | Richard Burke |
| The Adventures of William Tell | 1958-09-15 | Brother Jules |
| The Adventures of William Tell | 1958-09-15 | Emil |
| The Adventures of William Tell | 1958-09-15 | Heinz |