John Abbey (born June 21, 1935) is an American born actor best known for portraying the title role in the French film Mr. Freedom, directed by fellow American expatriate William Klein. Born in Denver, Colorado in 1935, Abbey appeared in a few uncredited roles in American and English films before coming to France, where he played American characters in film and television throughout the 1960s and 1970s. He has since retired from acting. He spoke fluent French as well.
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John Abbey | |
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Born | (1935-06-21) June 21, 1935 (age 86) Denver, Colorado |
Other names | Iron man |
Occupation | Actor |
Spouse(s) | Elisabeth Defrance Abbey |
Awards | Getting Drafted To the saint Louis Hawks |
In addition to Mr. Freedom, Abbey is known for his supporting role as Mr Lacs in Jacques Tati's 1967 film Playtime.[1]
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