Murray Hamilton was an American actor who is best known for his roles in Jaws, The Graduate, and No Time for Sergeants.
Personal and Family Life
Murray Hamilton was born George Murray Hamilton on March 24, 1923, in Washington, North Carolina. He married Terri DeMarco on June 10, 1953, and they had one child together. Despite his Hollywood success, Murray preferred to live in his home state of North Carolina and often spent time in Manhattan.
Career Overview
Hamilton began his professional acting career on Broadway before moving on to films and television. He gained fame for his ability to portray a variety of characters, ranging from sympathetic to untrustworthy figures. His notable performances included the pompous Mayor Larry Vaughn in the blockbuster Jaws, as well as roles in The Graduate and many television shows throughout the 1950s to the 1980s.
Death and Legacy
Murray Hamilton died on September 1, 1986, in Washington, North Carolina, due to respiratory arrest caused by lung cancer. He is remembered as a talented character actor who brought depth to every role he played, leaving a lasting impact on American cinema.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Jaws | 1975-06-20 | Mayor Larry Vaughn |
| Jaws 2 | 1978-06-16 | Mayor Larry Vaughn |
| The Graduate | 1967-12-21 | Mr. Robinson |
| No Time for Sergeants | 1958-07-05 | Irving S. Blanchard |
| The Hustler | 1961-09-25 | Findley |
| Anatomy of a Murder | 1959-01-07 | Alphonse Paquette |
| Brubaker | 1980-06-20 | John Deach |
| Houseboat | 1958-11-19 | Capt. Alan Wilson |
| Mazies and Monsters | 1982-12-27 | Lt. John Martini |
| Many more… |