Updated Feb 20, 2026
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Known For
Actor
Occupations
Film actor, Trade unionist, Screenwriter, Politician, Television actor
Birthday
(Wednesday)
Died
Nationality
Citizenship
United States
Languages
English
Education
University of Oklahoma
Zodiac Sign
♊ Gemini
Chinese Zodiac
鼠 Rat
Popularity
Tier B -- 39,646 Wikipedia views/month
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Career
Career spanning 51 years (1952-2003)
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Screen debut
First screen credit at age 27
Year context
Born in 1924 -- First modern Winter Olympics held in Chamonix; Calvin Coolidge was US president
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Filmography (26)
AWARDS (5)
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Jane Fonda Humanitarian Award
1987
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Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series
1959
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Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series
1959
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star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
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Biography
William Dennis Weaver (June 4, 1924 – February 24, 2006) was an American actor, best known for his work in television, including roles on Gunsmoke, as Marshal Sam McCloud on the NBC police drama McCloud, and the 1971 TV movie Duel.
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Where was Dennis Weaver born?
Dennis Weaver was born in Joplin, Missouri, USA.
What movies or shows has Dennis Weaver been in?
Dennis Weaver has 26 credits in our database. Notable titles include Evil (2003), Greyhounds (1994), Emerald Point N.A.S. (1983), Duel (1971), What's the Matter with Helen? (1971).
What is Dennis Weaver known for?
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