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ACTING . Acting . 60 years (deceased) . Walters, Oklahoma, USA

Van Heflin_

OSCAR WINNER Walters, Oklahoma, USA

"Born — Died "

Born Walters, Oklahoma, USA
Birthday
60
Lived
50
Credits
Actor
Known For
0.8
Popularity
34 yrs
Career
Updated Feb 20, 2026

Details

Known For
Actor
Occupations
Character actor, Film actor, Stage actor
Birthday
(Tuesday)
Died
Birthplace
Walters, Oklahoma, USA
Nationality
Citizenship
United States
Languages
English
Children
3 children
Sibling
Frances Heflin
Education
Yale University, University of Oklahoma, Classen School of Advanced Studies
Zodiac Sign
♐ Sagittarius
Chinese Zodiac
猴 Monkey
Popularity
Tier C -- 20,577 Wikipedia views/month

DROPTHE_ GOSSIP

Van Heflin is known for acting.
Born in Walters, Oklahoma, USA (died at age 60).
2 awards including Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor.
Van Heflin has 50 credits in our database.
Studied at Array.

DROPTHE GOOD_

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Innovation
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Giving
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Sustainability
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Cultural Uplift
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Filmography (50)

Airport
Airport
1970 / Film
Film
The Big Bounce
The Big Bounce
1969 / Film
Film
The Ruthless Four
The Ruthless Four
1968 / Film
Film
The Man Outside
The Man Outside
1967 / Film
Film
Once a Thief
Once a Thief
1965 / Film
Film
The Greatest Story Ever Told
The Greatest Story Ever Told
1965 / Film
Film
Mayhem on a Sunday Afternoon
Mayhem on a Sunday Afternoon
1965 / Film
Film
The Bold Men
The Bold Men
1965 / Film
Film
Cry of Battle
Cry of Battle
1963 / Film
Film
Hollywood Without Make-Up
Hollywood Without Make-Up
1963 / Film
Film

AWARDS (3)

G
Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor
1943
WON
G
Academy Awards
Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor
1943
WON
B
star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
WON

Biography

Emmett Evan "Van" Heflin, Jr. was an American film and theatre actor. He played mostly character parts over the course of his film career, but during the 1940s had a string of roles as a leading man. He won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in Johnny Eager (1942).

Frequently Asked Questions

How old was Van Heflin?
Van Heflin was born on and passed away on at the age of 60.
Where was Van Heflin born?
Van Heflin was born in Walters, Oklahoma, USA.
What movies or shows has Van Heflin been in?
Van Heflin has 50 credits in our database. Notable titles include Airport (1970), The Big Bounce (1969), The Ruthless Four (1968), The Man Outside (1967), Once a Thief (1965).
What is Van Heflin known for?
Van Heflin is primarily known as an actor. Emmett Evan "Van" Heflin, Jr. was an American film and theatre actor. He played mostly character parts over the course of his film career, but…
Where can I find more information about Van Heflin?
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