Jordan Christopher was an American actor best known for his roles in Angel, Angel, Down We Go, Brainstorm, and That’s Life!. He was born on October 23, 1940, in Youngstown, Ohio, and passed away on January 21, 1996, in New York City.
Personal and Family Life
Jordan Christopher was married to Sybil Williams, who was previously married to actor Richard Burton. They tied the knot on June 13, 1965, and had one child together. Jordan was also known for his musical talents as a member of the rock band The Wild Ones. His band was the first to record the hit song “Wild Thing,” which later became famous through The Troggs and Jimi Hendrix.
Death and Legacy
Jordan Christopher died of a heart attack on January 21, 1996, in New York City. His contributions to both music and film have left a lasting impact, especially his early work with The Wild Ones and his engaging roles in various movies. He is remembered not only for his acting skills but also for his influence in the 1960s rock scene.
Filmography
Title | Release Date | Character |
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Return of the Seven | 1966-10-19 | Manuel |
Angel, Angel, Down We Go | 1969-08-19 | Bogart Peter Stuyvesant |
The Sidelong Glances of a Pigeon Kicker | 1970-10-28 | Jonathan |
The Fat Spy | 1966-05-11 | Frankie |
That’s Life! | 1986-10-10 | Dr. Keith Romanis |
Seduced | 1985-03-12 | Howell |
Star 80 | 1983-11-10 | Peter Rose |
The Tree | 1969-06-09 | Buck Gagnon |
Brainstorm | 1983-09-30 | Gordy Forbes |
Scarecrow and Mrs. King | 1983-10-03 | Ren Lepard |
Paper Dolls | 1984-09-23 | Oliver |
Hart to Hart | 1979-09-22 | Alex Fordham |
The Merv Griffin Show | 1962-10-01 | Self |
The Name of the Game | 1968-09-20 | Bruce Roxton |