John McLiam was an American actor, best remembered for his roles in First Blood, In Cold Blood, and Sleeper. Born on January 24, 1918, in Hayter, Alberta, Canada, he made a significant impact in film and television throughout his career.
Personal and Family Life
John McLiam was married to Roberta Claire Robinson from November 25, 1951, until his death in 1994. They had one child together. He earned a Master’s Degree from St. Mary’s College in Berkeley, California, and briefly worked as a reporter on the West Coast before diving into acting.
Career
McLiam began his acting career on Broadway, making his debut in Maxwell Anderson’s play “Barefoot in Athens” in 1951. He served as an intelligence officer in the United States Navy during World War II and was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for his service. Due to the presence of other actors named John Williams, he changed his stage name to John McLiam, which has become well-known over the years.
Death and Legacy
John McLiam passed away on April 16, 1994, in Los Angeles, California, due to complications from Parkinson’s disease. His legacy lives on through his numerous film and television roles, which showcase his versatility and talent as an actor.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| First Blood | 1982-10-22 | Orval the Dog Man |
| In Cold Blood | 1967-12-15 | Herbert Clutter |
| Sleeper | 1973-12-17 | Dr. Agon |
| The Iceman Cometh | 1973-11-10 | Jimmy Tomorrow |
| The Food of the Gods | 1976-06-18 | Mr. Skinner |
| The Missouri Breaks | 1976-05-19 | David Braxton |
| Monte Walsh | 1970-10-02 | Fightin’ Joe Hooker |
| Halls of Anger | 1970-04-29 | Boyd Wilkerson |
| Cool Hand Luke | 1967-11-01 | Boss Keen |
| Big Jake | 1971-05-26 | Army Officer (uncredited) |
| Star Trek: The Next Generation | 1987-09-28 | Fento |
| The A-Team | 1983-01-23 | George Nemchek |
| Dallas | 1978-04-02 | Wally Kessel |
| Hunter | 1984-09-18 | Dr. Harry Montclair |
| MASH | 1972-09-17 | Col. Woody Cooke |