John Russell: John Russell. Actor: Rio Bravo. Handsome, rugged American leading man John Russell (whose credits are often confused with those of child actor Johnny Russell) attended the University of California, where he was a student athlete. Serving in the US Marine Corps in WW II, he earned a battlefield commission and decorations for valor at Guadalcanal. His dark good looks brought him to the attention of a talent scout after the...
Known For: Rio Bravo (Nathan Burdette), The Outlaw Josey Wales (Bloody Bill Anderson), Pale Rider (Stockburn), Will to Die (Frank Mantee)