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English < Hebrew (יוֹחָנָן)
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John Craven: American actor (1916-1995).
Born (died at age 79).
John Craven has 4 credits in our database.
The name John means the grace or mercy of the Lord.
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Filmography (4)
Biography
John Raymond Craven (born 16 August 1940) is an English journalist and television presenter, best known for presenting the BBC programmes Newsround, Countryfile and Beat the Brain.
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How old was John Craven?
John Craven was born on and passed away on at the age of 79.
What movies or shows has John Craven been in?
John Craven has 4 credits in our database. Notable titles include The Brass Bottle (1964), Hold Back the Night (1956), The Purple Heart (1944), Someone to Remember (1943).
Where can I find more information about John Craven?
You can find more about John Craven on TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
