His spouse, Craig Curtis, confirmed the news.
Earl Holliman, the actor who won a Golden Globe for his supporting role in “The Rainmaker” and had roles in multiple Westerns, starred in the first episode of “The Twilight Zone” in 1959, and appeared in numerous films, including “Giant” and “The Forbidden Planet,” died on Monday at age 96.
The spouse of the iconic actor remembered him as “a gracious, kind confidant, a consummate host, a man whose indefatigable positivity was evergreen and powered by a 1000-watt smile, an easy charm and infectious goodwill. A joy and a privilege to spend time with, he was even-keeled and compassionate, possessing a deep sensitivity and mischievous sense of humor which were belied by his stoically handsome countenance.
In 1956’s “The Rainmaker,” he won the role of Jim Curry over Elvis Presley, who was also being considered for the part. That same year, he appeared in the sci-fi hit “Forbidden Planet” alongside Walter Pidgeon, Anne Francis and Leslie Nielson. He also appeared in multiple stage productions and created the Fiesta Dinner Playhouse in San Antonio, Texas. Additionally, he recorded several songs under contract for Capitol Records.
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