Richard Shannon

Richard Shannon

Deceased · Born: Jul 25, 1920 · Died: Dec 2, 1989

Personal Details

BornJul 25, 1920 San Francisco, California, USA
Spouse
  • Ellen Carmichael

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 2, 1989 )
  • Marla English

    ( Aug 20, 1953 to Dec 1, 2025 )

Biography

Richard Shannon, a renowned actor, entered this world on July 25, 1920, in the vibrant city of San Francisco, California, USA. With a career spanning numerous iconic films, he left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry. His impressive repertoire includes notable roles in Artists and Models (1955),The Leather Saint (1956),and The Trap (1959),cementing his status as a talented thespian.

Throughout his life, Shannon was blessed with the love and companionship of two remarkable women: Ellen Carmichael and Marla English. His personal life was a testament to his ability to form lasting connections with those around him.

Tragically, Richard Shannon's life came to a close on December 2, 1989, in Astoria, Oregon, USA. Despite his passing, his legacy lives on through his remarkable body of work and the countless memories he created for those who knew him.

Career

1960
The Proper Time
The Proper Time as Dr. Polery
1959
The Trap
The Trap as Len Karger
The Jayhawkers!
The Jayhawkers! as Townsman Looking for a Match
1958
Desert Hell
Desert Hell as Pvt. Hoffstetter
The Space Children
The Space Children as Col. Manley
The Tin Star
The Tin Star as Buck Henderson
Beau James
Beau James as Dick Jackson
Trooper Hook
Trooper Hook as Trooper Ryan
1955
Strategic Air Command
Strategic Air Command as Flight Instructor Pilot
The Seven Little Foys
The Seven Little Foys as Stage Manager
Artists and Models
Artists and Models as Secret Service Chief Rogers
1954
The Bridges at Toko-Ri
The Bridges at Toko-Ri as Lt. (j.g.) Olds
Alaska Seas
Alaska Seas as Tom Erickson
1953
Pony Express
Pony Express as Red Barrett
Arrowhead
Arrowhead as Lt. Kirk
Flight to Tangier
Flight to Tangier as Lt. Bill Luzon, International Police
Forever Female
Forever Female as Dick (uncredited)