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Eddie Egan

Eddie Egan (1930–1995) was an American police officer and actor.

Also recorded as Edward Walter Egan · Edward W. Egan · Edward Egan · Popeye Egan

Eddie Egan

Photo of en:Eddie Egan from the television program Mannix. Egan was the NYC detective whose exploits The French Connection was based on. After retiring from the force, Egan went into acting.

CBS Television · File:Mike Connors Eddie Egan Mannix 1972.JPG · Public domain

Full name
Edward Walter Egan.
Born
1930 · New York City.
Died
1995 · Miami.
Nationality
United States
Occupation
police officer · actor
Languages
English

In this article

  1. 01Biography
  2. 02Notes, references and evidence

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