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“The Rainmaker” Star Earl Holliman Dead at 96

DamiBy DamiNovember 28, 2024Updated:November 28, 20244 Mins Read
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According to a report by The Hollywood Reporter, award-winning actor Earl Holliman has passed away at the age of 96. The outlet revealed that Holliman died on Monday, November 25, 2024, as confirmed by Holliman’s partner, Craig Curtis.

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  • What Happened to Actor Earl Holliman?
  • What Cop Show Did Earl Holliman Play In?
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Holliman found success in the film industry following the success of his debut film, “Scared Stiff,” in 1953. Following his debut success in 1953, he featured in several popular Westerns and dramas during the 1950s and 1960s.

Holliman, a passionate animal rights activist, served as president of Actors and Others for Animals for over three decades. According to reports, Bob Barker met his longtime girlfriend Nancy Burnet at an animal adoption event Holliman was emceeing. Earl Holliman’s partner, Curtis, described him to Variety as a gracious, kind confidant, and a consummate host. 

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What Happened to Actor Earl Holliman?

On Tuesday, November 26, 2024, Earl Holliman’s partner revealed to The Hollywood Reporter that the famous actor had passed away. According to Curtis, Holliman passed away on Monday, November 25, 2024, while receiving hospice care at his Studio City home in California. Holliman’s niece, Theresa Mullins Harris, took to her Facebook page to confirm the actor’s sad passing. 

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According to Theresa, Holliman had passed away following a short illness. Captioning her Facebook post, she wrote, “He had a long, wonderful life. His dream at 5-years-old of becoming a movie star came true, more than he ever could have imagined. He loved hearing all the good things his fans had to say about him. He will be missed by all.”

Earl Holliman was born on September 11, 1928, in Delhi, Louisiana, where Henry Holliman, an oil field laborer, adopted him. The actor was raised in Oil City, Louisiana, by Henry before joining the Navy in 1943 at the age of 15. During the Second World War, Holliman was assigned to a Navy communications school in Los Angeles, where he met and socialized with celebrities.

However, he was dismissed in 1944, but he re-enlisted after graduating high school. Following his decision to study acting, Holliman attended the Pasadena Playhouse and the University of California, Los Angeles. 

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What Cop Show Did Earl Holliman Play In?

Earl Holliman was cast as Sergeant Bill Crowley on the television police drama “Police Woman” from 1974 to 1978. From his role as Sergeant Bill Crowley, Holliman gained widespread popularity among NBC viewers. Following the show’s conclusion, Holliman remained friends with “Police Woman” co-star Angie Dickinson. 

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After winning a Golden Globe, Holliman was nominated again for a 1992 Delta episode that starred Delta Burke. In 1977, he received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Holliman got his first acting job in 1952 after sneaking into the Paramount lot, where he met Paul Nathan, Hall Wallis’ assistant producer.

At the time of his meeting with Nathan, Earl Holliman was working at North American Aviation. In 1956, Holliman won the supporting role in Burt Lancaster and Katharine Hepburn’s “The Rainmaker” over Elvis Presley.

His portrayal of Jim Curry in “The Rainmaker” earned him the 1956 Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor in a Motion Picture. Later, in 1956, Holliman was cast alongside Walter Pidgeon and Leslie Nielsen in the science fiction blockbuster “Forbidden Planet.”

In 1959, he appeared on an episode of “Where Is Everybody?” Earl Holliman’s episode was the premiere of “The Twilight Zone,” which was developed by Rod Serling and aired on CBS. 

Was Earl Holliman Married?

Although Earl Holliman kept a quiet, private life, Variety confirmed that he was married to Craig Curtis. The actor’s passing was confirmed by his partner Curtis, who said the renowned actor had died in their home. Speaking with Variety, Curtis described Holliman as endlessly positive, with a bright smile, charm, and infectious goodwill.

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What Is Earl Holliman’s Net Worth?

Earl Holliman is an American singer, actor, and animal rights advocate with an estimated net worth of $5 million. Earl Holliman’s career spans over 7 decades, with over 20 movies and TV show credits to his name. In addition, he is well-known for his numerous character parts in dramas and Westerns throughout the 1950s and 1960s. 

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