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John Cardos

Cardos (December 20, 1929 – December 31, 2020) was an American actor, stuntman and film director. His father and uncle managed Grauman's Egyptian and Chinese theatres. He made television guest appearances on The Monroes, The High Chaparral and NBC's Daniel Boone starring Fess Parker.

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John Cardos

Stuntman John "Bud" Cardos at his home in Los Angeles.

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Name
John "Bud" Cardos
Born
20 December 1929
Birthplace
St.
Died
31 December 2020
Place of death
Acton, California, U.S.
Occupation
Actor, stuntman, film director John "Bud" Cardos (December 20, 1929 – December 31, 2020) was an American actor, stuntman and film director.
Nationality
United States
Languages
English

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Cardos (December 20, 1929 – December 31, 2020) was an American actor, stuntman and film director. His father and uncle managed Grauman's Egyptian and Chinese theatres. He made television guest appearances on The Monroes, The High Chaparral and NBC's Daniel Boone starring Fess Parker.

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