Glenn Corbett's life story is a testament to the power of perseverance and encouragement. Born to a humble garage mechanic, Corbett's early life seemed unlikely to propel him to Hollywood stardom. However, his journey took an unexpected turn when he met Judy, the woman who would become his wife, while she was working at a college. With her support, Corbett began to pursue his passion for acting, landing parts in campus theatricals.
It was during one of these performances that Corbett caught the attention of the powers-that-be at Columbia Pictures, leading to a contract with the renowned studio. His film debut came in the form of a supporting role in The Crimson Kimono (1959),followed by appearances in The Mountain Road (1960) and Man on a String (1960).
Corbett's breakthrough role came when he landed the lead part in William Castle's suspense thriller Homicidal (1961). His performance in the film earned him a spot in the popular TV series Route 66 (1960),where he honed his craft and gained recognition. This success led to his casting in the short-lived series The Road West (1966).
Throughout the 1970s, Corbett continued to make a name for himself in major theatrical films. He appeared in substantial supporting roles in two John Wayne westerns, Chisum (1970) and Big Jake (1971),and took on the lead role in Nashville Girl (1976) and Universal's war epic Midway (1976).
In the 1980s, Corbett remained busy with a regular part in the long-running television series Dallas (1978),which he continued to appear in until his untimely death from lung cancer in 1993.
