John Whitney was an American actor who is best known for Fog Island, Calcutta, and 77 Sunset Strip. He was also a talented film editor, making significant contributions to the industry throughout his career.
Personal and Family Life
John Whitney was born John Mathias Haffen on March 14, 1918, in The Bronx, New York. He was married to actress Marjorie Reynolds from May 18, 1953, until his death on May 4, 1985. He was also married to Louise Currie at one point but later divorced. John had a stepson named Linda Reynolds.
Career
John began his career as an actor, gaining fame for his role alongside Gail Russell in The Bachelor’s Daughters (1946). He later transitioned into a respected film editor, working with Republic Studios and MGM, and making his mark behind the camera after his early acting roles.
Death and Legacy
John Whitney passed away on May 4, 1985, in Los Angeles, California, after an extended illness. His contributions to film as both an actor and an editor are remembered, and he left behind a legacy in the world of cinema.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Trial Without Jury | 1950-07-08 | Riley Wentworth |
| Tucson Raiders | 1944-05-14 | Tom Hamilton |
| Fog Island | 1945-02-15 | Jeff Kingsley |
| Calcutta | 1946-12-20 | Bill Cunningham |
| Lumberjack | 1944-04-28 | Benton C. Jordan |
| Ten Gentlemen from West Point | 1942-06-26 | Cadet (uncredited) |
| Action in the North Atlantic | 1943-06-12 | U.S. Sailor (uncredited) |
| Corvette K-225 | 1943-09-29 | Quartermaster |
| A Guy Named Joe | 1943-12-24 | Officer in Heaven (uncredited) |
| No Way Out | 1950-08-16 | Assistant (uncredited) |
| The Affairs of Susan | 1945-07-08 | Captain (Uncredited) |
| Moonlight in Vermont | 1943-12-24 | Larry Devine |
| Objective, Burma! | 1945-02-17 | Negulesco |
| I Was a Male War Bride | 1949-08-26 | Bill Trumble (uncredited) |