Robert Dean Stockwell, famously known as Dean Stockwell, was an American actor with seven decades of career.
He started as a child actor and had a successful career in films and television. In addition to his acting talents, Stockwell was a talented musician and painter.
He was known for his versatile and captivating performances, earning him numerous awards and nominations throughout his career.
Profile
- Full Name: Robert Dean Stockwell
- Stage Name: Dean Stockwell
- Born: 5 March 1936
- Died: 7 November 2021 (age 85 years)
- Birthplace: North Hollywood, Los Angeles, California
- Nationality:
- Occupation: Actor
- Height: 1.68m
- Parent: Harry Stockwell and Nina Olivett
- Siblings: Guy Stockwell
- Spouse: Millie Perkins (1960-1962), and Joy Marchenko
- Children: Austin Stockwell
- Relationship: Single
- Net Worth: $5 million
Early Life And Education
Dean Stockwell is a well-known American actor born on 5 March 1936 in North Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, United States.
He was raised by his parents, Harry Stockwell and Nina Olivette, and has a sibling named Guy Stockwell. Stockwell completed his high school education at Alexander Hamilton High School in Los Angeles and attended the University of California.
Career
Dean Stockwell’s acting career started at a very young age when he was signed under contract with MGM.
He appeared in numerous films during this time, working alongside legendary actors like Gene Kelly and Frank Sinatra in “Anchors Aweigh” (1945) and earning critical acclaim for his performances in “Gentleman’s Agreement” (1947) and “Kim” (1950).
As he grew into a young adult, Stockwell began taking on more challenging and intricate roles, such as his lead role in the Broadway play “Compulsion” (1957) and its film adaptation (1959).
In 1962, he received widespread praise for his portrayal of Edmund Tyrone in “Long Day’s Journey into Night,” winning Best Actor Awards at the Cannes Film Festival.
Although his workload slowed down in the 1970s, Stockwell stayed active in the entertainment industry through guest appearances on various T.V. shows.
Dean Stockwell’s career revived in the 1980s as he gained popularity as a character actor. He was cast in well-known films such as “Paris, Texas” (1984) and “To Live and Die in L.A.” (1985) and received critical acclaim for his roles.
He also became a household name for his iconic portrayal of Admiral Al Calavicci in the sci-fi series “Quantum Leap” (1989-1993).
Despite his long-standing success, Stockwell continued acting in film and television until the 2020s.
Awards and Nominations
- 1947: Best Juvenile Performance for “Gentleman’s Agreement”
- 1990: Best Supporting Actor in a Series, Miniseries or Television Film for “Quantum Leap”
- Cannes Film Festival Award: (Shared with co-stars)
- 1959: Best Actor for “Compulsion”
- 1962: Best Actor for “Long Day’s Journey Into Night”
- 1988: New York Film Critics Circle Award and National Society of Film Critics Award for Best Supporting Actor (for both “Married to the Mob” and “Tucker: The Man and His Dream”)
- 1991: Viewers for Quality Television Award (Q Award) for Best Supporting Actor in a Quality Drama Series for “Quantum Leap”
- Academy Award: 1988: Best Supporting Actor for “Married to the Mob”
- Golden Globe Awards:
- 1960: Best Actor – Motion Picture Drama for “Sons and Lovers”
- 1990, 1991, & 1992: Best Supporting Actor in a Drama Series for “Quantum Leap”
- Primetime Emmy Awards: 1990, 1991, 1992, & 1993: Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series for “Quantum Leap”
Social Media
Dean Stockwell does not have social media handles.
Personal Life
Dean Stockwell had a tumultuous love life, with two marriages that ended in divorce. His first marriage to actress Millie Perkins in 1960 lasted only two years before the couple decided to part ways in 1962.
The two did not have any children together. In 1981, Stockwell married Joy Marchenko, an expert in textiles.
Together, they had two children: a son named Austin, born in 1983, and a daughter named Sophia.
However, this second marriage also ended in divorce in 2004. Despite his failed marriages, Stockwell continued to have a successful career in acting.
Filmography
- Child Actor (1940s-1950s)
- Anchors Aweigh (1945)
- Song of the Thin Man (1947)
- The Green Years (1946)
- Gentleman’s Agreement (1947)
- The Boy with Green Hair (1948)
- Kim (1950)
- Young Adult Roles (1950s-1970s)
- Compulsion (1959)
- Long Day’s Journey into Night (1962)
- Career Revival (1980s-1990s)
- Paris, Texas (1984)
- Dune (1984)
- Blue Velvet (1986)
- Married to the Mob (1988)
- Tucker: The Man and His Dream (1988)
- The Player (1992)
- Later Career (2000s-2010s)
- The Manchurian Candidate (2004)
- Battlestar Galactica (T.V. Series, 2006-2009)
Net Worth
Dean Stockwell’s net worth is estimated to be around $5 million.
This is likely due to his long and successful career in acting, spanning seven decades, from child star to respected character actor.
Throughout his career, Stockwell has worked on numerous film and television projects, garnering critical acclaim and a loyal fan base.
