Christopher George, a ruggedly handsome American leading-man, was the son of Greek immigrants who instilled in him a deep appreciation for the legendary Greek heroes. Alongside his brother Nick, a prominent fashion photographer, George took the unconventional route of quitting high school to join the Marines, where he completed his education after his tour of duty.
Following his military service, George's career in entertainment began with numerous television commercials, earning him a New York Film Festival Award for his outstanding performances. He transitioned to the stage, appearing in notable Broadway productions such as "A Street Car Named Desire," and later made his mark in films like Howard Hawks's "El Dorado" (1966) and "Chisum" (1970),where he forged a lasting friendship with the legendary John Wayne.
George's television career took off with the wartime adventure series "The Rat Patrol" (1966),followed by the science fiction series "The Immortal" (1969). He then returned to filmmaking, starring in a wide range of projects, including "Project X" (1968),"The Train Robbers" (1973),"Midway" (1976),"Grizzly" (1976),"Day of the Animals" (1977),"The Exterminator" (1980),"Graduation Day" (1981),and his final film, "Mortuary" (1982). Throughout his career, George appeared in over 30 films and television shows.
Tragically, Christopher George's life was cut short by a heart attack. He was married to his wife, actress Lynda Day George, a frequent co-star, for 14 years, sharing a lifelong bond that extended beyond the screen.
