Val Dufour was an American actor who is best known for Search for Tomorrow, The Undead, and The Adventures of Jim Bowie. He was born on February 5, 1927, in New Orleans, Louisiana, and passed away on July 27, 2000, in Manhattan, New York.
Personal and Family Life
Val Dufour was born as Albert Valery Dufour. He began his acting career at the young age of six, performing in a minstrel show. He graduated from Louisiana State University and Catholic University in Washington, before getting training at the Actor’s Studio in New York under renowned teacher Uta Hagen.
Career Highlights
Dufour made his Broadway debut in 1947 in the musical “High Button Shoes.” Throughout his career, he appeared in various television shows and films, gaining recognition and acclaim for his talent. Val retired and enjoyed his later years living in New York City.
Death and Legacy
Val Dufour died on July 27, 2000, due to cancer. His contributions to theatre and television have left a lasting impact, and he is remembered for his versatile acting skills. Dufour’s performances continue to be appreciated by fans of classic American television and film.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Undead | 1957-03-01 | Quintus Ratcliff |
| The Lonely Night | 1954-03-06 | Mac |
| Another World | 1964-05-04 | |
| The Edge of Night | 1956-04-02 | |
| First Love | 1954-07-05 | |
| Dick Powell’s Zane Grey Theatre | 1956-10-05 | Horse Daley |
| Trackdown | 1957-10-04 | |
| Gunsmoke | 1955-09-10 | Day Barrett |
| Hallmark Hall of Fame | 1951-12-24 | Laddie |
| Rawhide | 1959-01-09 | Luke Storm |
| Matinee Theater | 1955-10-31 | |
| The Adventures of Jim Bowie | 1956-09-07 | Armand Duprez |
| Navy Log | 1955-09-20 | |
| Sugarfoot | 1957-09-17 | Dr. Johnny Jansen |