Stuart Whitman was known for his rugged roles and handsome charm,” says Whitman’s son, Justin, in a statement provided to TMZ.
With the part making him a well-established actor, the roles came flowing in for Whitman after The Mark, leading to his final movie role in 2000 when he appeared in the TV movie The President’s Man alongside Chuck Norris.
A charismatic performer who appeared in dozens of movie and television roles across several decades, Whitman died at his home in Montecito, California on Monday morning while surrounded by his family.
In 1951, Whitman made his movie debut with a bit part in the movie When Worlds Collide.