Jeffrey Hunter: Tragic Ending (Jerry Skinner Documentary)

[@lakelizard8145]

I remember him in King of Kings. How could anyone forget those eyes. Thanks for another great video.

[@jamesclark8398]

He did a good job in King of Kings

[@bethelle9099]

His performance in that movie was inspiring and unforgettable. He is my favorite Hollywood Jesus ever!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@esateire]

So gorgeous! Died way too young.😢

[@beverlystump5083]

He was so good looking from childhood. He was wonderful In King of Kings I still watch it every Easter.

[@esateire]

Beverly Stump a gorgeous man

[@nicolelillis2077]

Jeffrey Hunter was devistatingly handsome and such a talented actor. I thought he was so underrated. Jeffrey was brilliant as Jesus in King of Kings. He deserved an Oscar for that performance. He was taken way too soon and his sons were still so young. I'm sure that terrible accident, on set contributed to his tragic death. Thank you for that moving tribute and I love your gorgeous Southern accent! Cheers from Australia! 💖

[@candidob8683]

The fact that Mr. Jeffery Hunter played the role of Captain Pike for episode is amazing. That so many not only remembered the impact of that performance, that many more today know who Captain Pike is because of him. There is no other.

[@joanl5600]

I loved him as a teenager. What a beautiful man. He left us too soon. I just watched this again as I had forgotten what happened. I cried again. What a sad ending to a great actor! Thank you for this video.

[@aurora.a6645]

The most handsome man ever appeared on the screen. And those unbelievable celestial blue eyes! Unparalleledd, unforgettable!

[@margaretwylie7375]

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[@rorytennes8576]

My dad was close. Real close

[@fatmasalih1182]

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[@marilynduenas1876]

Gorgeous man..not only France has Delon..

[@joandondero1736]

Jeff played Jesus in a movie, although I’m sure Jesus, a divine Semitic, didn’t have blue eyes. But, they certainly were beautiful.

[@CCela1608]

Currently watching Star Trek for the first time and am so disappointed that he was only in the pilot! What a gorgeous and talented man, may he rest in peace.

[@Margo714P]

He had most beautiful eyes. I remember him just fading away, but did not know why. What an awful way to go.

[@guysmalley]

TeaTime is there a good way to go?

[@johnchoquette5695]

If you don't know what you're doing - Hollywood will kill ya . If it doesn't kill them physically, it kills their souls.

[@sanita7475]

I met him in person in Madrid in a movie-studio, a western where my aunt was the hairdresser of the stars of the movie. I could not believe his eyes so beautiful.

[@TRguy64]

I was born in 1964, so his career was well before my time, but I enjoyed this bio and sad to see of his early passing ... and, yes, the fella sure was one heck of a looker!!

[@vadamsable]

Was he personable or talk with you? His eyes remind me of Ray Liottas. Just the eyes.

[@vegasjill21]

@@vadamsable After I read some comments, yours, too, I watched the vid. And boy oh boy was that man handsome!! But then I got to 1:39 and I couldn't believe how much he looked just like Ray Liotta in that pic!! lol Yea...this guy sure was handsome!!! ;)

[@vadamsable]

@@vegasjill21 Yes, he has those piercing blue eyes like Ray Liotta. I remember him most from that early Star Trek appearance. It was so small, but I remember it.

[@orlandorobaina8479]

sanita 474 Sandra the Orlando

[@sparx180]

As usual an excellent portrayal of J. Hunter. I have seen a couple of his movies and must say a great actor and handsome to boot. He passed on so young. He also seemed like a pure gentleman.

[@jamesrobiscoe1174]

I like your biographies, told with respect and dignity. Thank you for featuring this rugged actor.

[@losvegas25]

He was such an extraordinary actor. Gawd, his eyes were so piercing, magnetic and spellbinding. What a gorgeous, handsome specimen of a man. Rest In Peace, Jeffery Hunter. Gone but never forgotten. The mold was broken when you left this world.

[@sep649]

Good friend of my dad. Northwestern buddies. Hank stopped by our home in 1967. Great guy!

[@MadeMyBONES]

Mr Skinner, you are truly a Master of your craft. I remember him as the "Original Captain" of Star Trek as Captain Christopher Pike. Thank you for a pleasurable listening experience!

[@thomaspick4123]

I liked Jeffry. He was the same age as Our Lord and Savior when He died, 33. So, what was the complaint about age? But, Jeffry was handsome. His portrayal as Captain Pike was outstanding as were the other cast members, such as Susan Oliver.

[@robillingworth8503]

Thomas Pick, you're right, Age shouldn't have been an issue in King of Kings, but that color shot of a Blonde Jesus there is SO distracting, no matter how accurate any screenwriting or Jeffrey Hunter's excellence as an actor.

[@katherinea.rodgers8366]

Thank you, Jerry. I am old enough to remember him and his movies. It was a sad ending for him. He was so handsome!

[@mscarolynnigro]

More beautiful than any male star alive today. His eyes were magnetic.

[@margretsims1322]

I went out with a guy with eyes like his; they were silver and I had a hard time making eye contact ~~~ he was just gorgeous

[@conveyor2]

Hollywood isn't interested in his demographic any more.

[@jimrick6632]

STORY IS ROBERT WAGNER THOUGHT SO TOO.....

[@hrhdianednum7203]

Carolyn Nigro Ray Liotto was in the God Father and he looks almost exactly like him!

[@aliciarobertson4979]

Diane Dnum I’m a big Ray Liotta fan and would agree that he has lovely eyes. However, I can’t agree that he looks almost like Jeffrey Hunter. Just my opinion. For me they are both handsome, and unique in their own way.

[@chiefkatiehawke7317]

Thank you for setting the record straight. One of the most beautiful men to have walked the face of the Earth. He is sorely missed.💔

[@elaineteut6508]

He was good in the "Searchers" with John Wayne. Such a handsome man.

[@Nubsnstubs]

In The Searchers, my absolute favorite movie, it started with Jeffery looking like someone about 16-17 years old, and as the movie progressed, he started growing up. At the end, he had grown up into a fine man. I'm always listening to my KZbin playlists of my favorite songs. I look at comments from The Searchers, and there is no mention of Martin Pawley. Jeffery did as good a part in that movie as John Wayne did. ........ Jerry (in Tucson)

[@ddivar8149]

If Jesus looks like him I' ll be in heaven! lol

[@meruullah7753]

When i was 8 years old, 65 years ago, i was watching Jeffery Hunter filming in London a scene just off of the 7 Dials in Covent Garden, he saw me and said 'Hi what's your name'. I told him and he gave ,me a silver dollar. I have never forgotten his kindness and beautiful eyes, even now at the age of 74. Great man with humility.

[@TheLifeandSadEnding]

I enjoyed your version of his bio Jerry. It was much more detailed than the one I did. You were my inspiration to make similar videos.

[@geoben1810]

Life is so short. Everyone's time comes, some sooner than others. I remember seeing him in different movies over the years. I never realized that he'd been gone so long. RIP J.H.

[@daschundloverable]

I was just 6 y.o. when KING OF KINGS came out. The movie truly inspired me to become a Christian and follow our KING OF KINGS. Thank Jerry for this video.

[@jamesleecameljr1878]

He was so beautiful!

[@jamesleecameljr1878]

Wow, fascinates me the details of one's Life...

[@carmen0077]

He was the most beautiful and handsome man in this planet.

[@dinples61ramirez62]

Yes he was very handsome

[@maryjackson-ingham2844]

Agreed

[@james44mag31]

They were real men back then! They call it toxic masculinity now to appease the soy boys!

[@lindagill1793]

Next to MY BOY....BRAD PITT!

[@ftjax]

Nope Rock Hudson is king

[@timperkins1210]

Great video as always Jerry. Such a sad story for someone so talented to die so young.

[@shirleyjones9736]

Once again you've given us an another out standing narrated biography, thank you & please keep up the great work! I truly enjoy listening to your voice but you also educate me everytime!👍🇺🇸

[@jesusbeloved3953]

How tragic he died so young. Always wondered what became of him. Thanks, Mr. Skinner!

[@Truths33ker22]

Always a wonderful presentation Jerry! Much appreciate you and hope you continue to inform us of those we have held dear to our hearts. Much love and respect, thank you Jerry Skinner!

[@Loulou-sr3tk]

One of the best looking actor in history. Sad ending.

[@guysmalley]

Loulou lol oh really? Quite a broad statement sunshine

[@olgakim4848]

Meh.

[@olgakim4848]

He was pretty, but nothing special.

[@schuylerjohnson4364]

@John Kelly her privilege dude

[@johnchoquette5695]

Indeed .

[@charleneberry4235]

Jeffrey Hunter was a talented actor and I'll never forget his great works.

[@loditx7706]

Thank you so much for presenting Jeffrey Hunter. I always loved him and The Searchers will forever be one of my favorite.movies. I have it on DVD. You know, the Star Trek people took that pilot and cut out sections and embedded the story with the regular Star Trek in a 2 part program. I think that Spock was a carry over from the pilot. I was glad to see him in it. I was very sad when he died, being so young and obviously not receiving adequate medical care in Spain. Had he had that he probably would not have died, at least so young.

[@carolannaitken5812]

Im so sorry to learn of his early passing. I just watched the movie No Down Payment -1957.He was so talented and handsome. Such a sad ending for a actor who was only at the start of his career.

[@m.corege9726]

I did not know Jeffrey Hunter but I thoroughly enjoyed his life story, told by you, with your lovely soft voice - cheers from Canada

[@lindahominick2250]

M. Corège p

[@iflick7235]

I've found that Mr. Skinner treats all his subjects with great respect.

[@shirleyharrison6312]

I Flick ripjeff

[@nancypeterson3645]

Very nice job!

[@radioman6489]

He was the org Captain on Star Trek. He got a chance to do a movie so he took that instead of the Star Trek series. He was a great actor. He also played Jesus in King of Kings.

[@johneboy910]

The stories of these individuals, the music, the nostalgia and your voice....never fail to fill my eyes with tears.

[@stumack9755]

fills me w/ gas.

[@chairde]

These old movie stars were really good looking people. That is natural good looks with no face lifts.

[@eduardoeduardo6312]

You are right

[@ladylaois8184]

Gerald O'Hare your right they were so handsome naturally

[@raymondparsley7442]

The good-looking die young.

[@guysmalley]

Gerald O'Hare when your in your twenties who needs a face lift?

[@guysmalley]

Jimo good grief buddy take your rose colored glasses off should I list the actors who died from drugs and booze during that time ? Give me a break

[@schnertblatt]

Thank you so very much for this truly poignant story of Jeffrey Hunter. It is marvellous. And . . . kudos you as a narrator. I particularly enjoy your use of future tense in your narration.

[@judyholiday653]

Loved this thank you..I can remember watching King of Kings every Thanksgiving when I was a little girl..

[@faithfultotheend5202]

yes me to he was my favorite to play that role

[@franweingarten5156]

I8

[@loridee1182]

A handsome actor who died too young, great video, thanks Jerry

[@mariakelly5]

He was drop dead gorgeous and a great actor. I loved him in the The Longest Day. He was good as Captain Christopher Pike. I would what would have happened if his version of Star Trek have of been picked up by NBC. Rest In Peace, Mr. Hunter.

[@Belynda]

Maria Kelly I agree, He was the most gorgeous man in Hollywood and I was told a very nice man.

[@mariakelly5]

@@Belynda And those gorgeous eyes of his!

[@antarcticorb9197]

He would have made a great captain of the Enterprise it would have been interesting to see

[@indy_go_blue6048]

@@antarcticorb9197 I thought he was a great Captain Pike but the only member of the original (pilot) crew rehired was Leonard Nimoy.

[@ktloz2246]

@@indy_go_blue6048 You are wrong, Majel Barrett was also in the original pilot, as well as on the regular series. She went on to marry Gene Rodenberry.

[@mykkie100]

I remember him of course as re-runs, but as Jesus on King of Kings! He was a man who would bring in! His attraction to everyone was imposing. He had the looks, the voice, the kindness, and the strength. He was a powerful entity. If he were alive today he would be 92 years old.

[@gregmiller9710]

Jeff Hunter....the one and only "original" Star Trek captain...great job, thanks Jerry!

[@alpha-omega2362]

well, we have our reality and you have your illusion....

[@carolv8450]

Greg Miller would he have been the real captain?

[@barbaralaforest5122]

Greg Miller , you called Jeffrey Hunter "Jerry".

[@gregmiller9710]

@@barbaralaforest5122 ...haha..no, i was referring to Jerry Skinner :)

[@gregmiller9710]

@@carolv8450 ..he was the original....

[@TerryComo2010]

It was his second wife that spoiled his chance of being Captain on Star Trek. She felt TV was beneath him, so that is why, and maybe along with a request for more $$ Shatner was chosen. I always felt he was as good as Shatner and would have been terrific as Capt. Pike, as he was great in the Cage pilot. Rest in peace Mr. Hunter.

[@chrisgil6366]

Maybe she should have asked Ernest borgnine , Clint Eastwood, and Steve McQueen. They started on tv before they hit it big with the movies.

[@nicolaiitchenko7610]

Always though it was a travesty that Captain Pike was replaced...He was the best of the Star Trek captains until Jean Luc Pichard...When I was a very young child, I was taken to see Mr Hunter in "The Greatest Story Ever Told" and compared it to "King of Kings" and found myself intrigued by both the acting and the directing of the latter film...it became the awakening of my interest in film and stage work which, some 57 years later I am looking toward retirement in 2020...still working in the field triggered by Jeffrey Hunter and his films. As always Mr Skinner has given us a wonderful mini biography of people that have made an impact n the world. His narration, research and presentation is always of the highest value...I look forward to every one of them.

[@MarkFoster321789]

You mean JH was in KoK, not TGSET: Max von Sydow played Jesus in that one.

[@nulle1968]

Thank you so much, Jerry. I´ve been watching all your videos the last 3 days and I learned so much. What a great work you are doing. Regards from Germany

[@theking-nz1ut]

I use to like jeffrey hunter. He was a good actor and always wondered what happened to him afther 1969. He was the first captain of the Enterprise. ( star trek the cage ) RIP

[@juansantiago3296]

Thanks again Jerry for another outstanding mini-biography....

[@happyfamilyshowfan4630]

R.I.P Jeffrey Hunter you will be remember and be missed

[@suzukibn1131]

Amen.

[@Anne-ry1dt]

He was very popular when I was very young! He had the most beautiful blue eyes I had ever seen. Huge crush on him !

[@SunshineSusan45410]

As a young girl in the 50's, I had his picture on my wall. I wondered what happened to him. He was a very talented actor and a young girls dream.

[@503zzach]

OMG! He is a gorgeous man. Just look at those big beautiful light eyes, perfect nose shape, handsome face and a sweet smile that bright up the room. I swear, he is just perfect!

[@rentiakoekemoer5393]

⅘.

[@marccooper4318]

Are you moist ,lol

[@gn3101]

Just think he would have been 93 years old today had he stillmy dad is currently 82 and doing pretty well for an 82-year old this guy was 11 years older than my own father and yeah 10 to wonder what he would it look like today had he lived to be 93????

[@jamesrobiscoe1174]

I can only add the applause for you and your videos, Mr. Skinner. You are a class act.

[@txnetcop]

I remember as a kid in the 60s that Jeffrey Hunter was the Captain of the Enterprise in the pilot movie. I liked him a lot more than William Shatner...a tragedy that he wasn't chosen to continue his role as captain of the Enterprise. Thanks Jerry!

[@TIOMKIN1]

One of my favorite actors while growing up. Thanks for the excellent video as usual. Out.

[@WikeddTung]

Only 42. So young and so handsome.

[@DrVonChilla]

Jerry Skinner video?!? I can forget about going to bed right now.... Jerry: as always, you produce FABULOUS content and I'll ALWAYS sing your praises and offer my most-sincere thanks for your efforts..!!!!!

[@cyrusbharucha2797]

Your stories are always very interesting thank you I grew up with all these people

[@catalinacruze3287]

DrVonChilla Great Story

[@andeeangel561]

Ditto!

[@deku-kun3377]

Those eyes, my gawd. He must have been mesmerising to look at in person.

[@itakelly8150]

I had a bit of a crush on him when I when I was a kid. Another great video Jerry!

[@lindakayeholmes3841]

I still got a crush 😂😂😂

[@bertlambert3817]

Jerry..you're so good at what you do...keep um coming. And thank you for all your hard work to put these together.

[@skylilly1]

He died so young. I enjoyed his acting.

[@cherylwyatt909]

I adored Mr. Hunter. As a young person he was what my brain told me was the most perfect man. I admired him, but knew little about him or his life. In that time period, we did not have the gossip trash like we do now. Thank you Jerry Skinner for telling me about the man and his life.

[@MrHeadbanger366]

I remember watching the original Star Trek pilot on Svengoolie. He would've made a fine Captain.

[@ghostcityshelton9378]

MrHeadbanger366. I think he would have made a fine captain also. Too bad he demanded too much money & probably burned a few bridges.

[@sharonmcduffiealabama3928]

And lived longer. Are we predestined to out faith?

[@davidcarroll9995]

Jeffery Hunter DID make a fine captain, "The Menagerie" AKA "The Cage" in which he starred was the only Star Trek episode to win the Hugo Award.

[@robin2012ism]

@@demilieu hmmmm..

[@suzycreamcheesez4371]

OT love Svengoolie

[@warick1959]

Once again Mr Skinner a superb narrative, you are very talented, your research is second to none, and a joy to watch your material ,kind regards from England .

[@paulp7365]

I met Hunter while he was filming the 1968 movie, "The Private Navy of Sergeant O'Farrell" starring Bob Hope and Phyllis Diller, in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The three of them were gracious enough to visit the wounded troops at Rodriguez U.S. Army Hospital, where I was the Adjutant, on their day off. Hunter was a member of Phi Delta Theta fraternity in college, as was I, so we hit it off. He was very friendly and conversant with everyone and of course attracted a lot of attention from the nurses. Hope had great pull with the military and when he needed a WW II type sub to be docked by the make believe dock on a parking lot turned into a beach, he got one.

[@fuqit88]

I love listening to your stories about people! I love the simplistic southern charm!! Thank you so much!!

[@mikelaughlin4789]

Hard to imagine a better looking, more telegenic actor than Jeff hunter.

[@6Bull9]

I agree

[@andeeangel561]

Yes, THOSE eyes.....

[@blogshagify]

@ Mike Laughlin, Rock Hudson, Tyrone Power, Montgomery Clift

[@bellebernard484]

@@blogshagify all quack! quack!

[@reginagraziani1540]

Andee Angel have not Even in mnemonics

[@terryhopkins2750]

Love your biographies and the beautiful calm accent as you present them. Thank you.

[@tompelham4648]

It seems the brightest candles burn out the quickest" No doubt a bright life style with bright eyes. RIP J Hunter

[@bigmacdaddy1234]

Excellent video. Thank you for taking the time to make it for us. Two thumbs wayyyy up.

[@romansroad2007]

Wow sad ending to his life. Lot of things happened to him at the end. We never know what our last days well be. Love your blogs too. Great work

[@patrinacopeland265]

Never know.

[@susanvaughan-schiele4201]

I watch The Searchers and King of Kings whenever I can. He was so watchable, mesmerisingly handsome and a good solid actor. It just goes to show how dangerous acting can be.

[@chella3776]

THANK - YOU SO MUCH MR. JERRY, The love and work that you share with us on these classic actor's / actresses, is beautiful, warm, and caring. Many thanks, and much love and respect to you Sir......🌷

[@loditx7706]

He was great! I loved him in The Searchers, which is also one of my favorite movies. I still watch it once or twice a year. I also love that they took the pilot of Star Trek and interwove it with a plot in the original Star Trek. He was handsome and he was good. Thanks for reminding everyone about him.

[@nanfitzsimonds7302]

this man was SO handsome that he was distracting to the actresses!

[@1315patty]

I remember when he passed. So young. I think they brought him back as a guest star to Star Trek as the former caption who was confined to a wheel chair. That was a good episode.

[@paulamartin6724]

patty helen it wasn’t Jeffrey Hunter. It was some other actor playing an injured Pike. They used parts of the original (unaired) pilot to flesh out the story.

[@MaryElizabeth99]

I loved Jeffrey Hunter in The Searchers. He was a standout! I remember hearing of his death in 1969.

[@Zobin211]

Great documentary. Thanks for putting it together. It cleared up many questions I had about Jeffrey Hunter. Even though I love William Shatner as Captain Kirk, I just can't help but wonder what Star Trek would have been like with Jeffrey Hunter as Captain Pike for the entire series. He was a special talent!

[@duneman2012]

Searchers Best Western ever

[@story1951]

Won't argue with that.

[@larrysnyder3475]

Scott Andersen Great western for shure. He was a fine actor.

[@jimmcloughlin]

Read somewhere that John Wayne's phrase "That'll be the day" inspired the Buddy Holly song.

[@kathleenjones2277]

Favorite Movie

[@bethelle9099]

And Jeffrey Hunter stole the scenes that he was in. Fantastic performance!

[@thomaspick4123]

Beautiful music selection. I loved Jeffrey’s performance in King of Kings. He was the same age as Our Lord, 33. Captain Pike was the best Star Trek with Susan Oliver. Perhaps an adaptation of the Shangrila story, it was well written and acted. Those Thillosian heads were great makeup costumes. What a handsome man!

[@nestoraugusto4065]

He was 35..

[@LindaCasey]

What a dreamboat ... I was young, but I remember him playing Jesus in Prince of Peace ..

[@dlg1776]

Linda Casey King of kings

[@TheodoreStAmant]

Jeffrey hunter was married to Barbara rush who passed away recently in 2024 she Started her career as a motion picture actress

[@barbarachase5824]

WoW..I'll never forget his piercingly beautiful eyes, which gave me pause to notice him immediately..loved his acting also. I got hurt on the job and was out of work for 1-1/2 months and became hooked on General Hospital, with Emily McLachlan, "Jessie" being my favorite character. I recall hearing somewhere that she took Jeff's death extremely hard. Emily grew old very quick..and seemed to noticeably change after his death. They were married for such a short period of time, but I understand that she was very much in love with Jeff Hunter..soooooo very sad. As always..great film Mr. Skinner..love your voice. Perhaps a film on Emily McLachlen?

[@teresamanley7154]

so many good actors have been fatally injured in movie roles...so tragic.

[@annleung8878]

I know so good looking too.Elizabeth Taylor injured her back falling off a horse in National Velvet though she did live a long life.

[@redloh7204]

A very handsome man I did not know much about, passed away the year and month I graduated high school, brought a tear. Thanks Jerry for the hard work and research you do!

[@josephseraile6698]

He was one of my favorite actors when I was young. I especially liked his war movies and cowboy roles

[@ellygreaves9793]

Tod Hunter was very much like his Dad in looks, I dont know about the other children. A very short life, so sad. Thank you Jerry yet again for your wonderful narration, told with sincerity and concern, as usual. You rock !! big big hugs from the UK xxxxxx

[@llchase326]

I thought I recognized him! He was so handsome, and his role on Star Trek's pilot was amazing. So sad how he died.

[@pauletterichards9977]

Always like Jeffery Hunter watched him in many movies

[@rockaway2k]

Fine upload about a fine actor who should’ve gone on to win Emmys and Oscars. He died so young...

[@BetsyH]

So young and so handsome. Piercing blue eyes.

[@andymckane7271]

Excellent biographical sketch on the life and movie career of "Jeffrey Hunter." "Jeff" Hunter has long been one of my favorite actors. I saw him in The Searchers on the big screen at the time the movie came out. I've watched The Searchers another half dozen or more times over the years on VHS tape and later on DVDs. I also know Jeff Hunter from Red Skies of Montana. As a former resident of Missoula, and having spent over eight years in the USDA Forest Service (with half a year on a fire crew), I was and remain quite the fan of Red Skies of Montana. As a former Navy man, I also like Jeff Hunter in Sailor of the King. To this day, I've not seen a single movie with Jeffrey Hunter in it which I have not enjoyed. This man was a marvelous actor! In many ways he reminds me of another first-rate actor, Tom Selleck. These two men, like few other men, have the looks and personality that attracts most women. This is another fine piece of historical entertainment you have put together and put on KZbin, Jerry. Thank you, very much! Andy McKane, Maunaloa, Molokai, Hawaii.

[@JerrySkinner1943]

Thank you Andy. Jerry

[@damianamorales679]

His role of Pike in Star Trek showed his beautiful eyes which shown with an inner goodness. Unaware he passed so young.

[@scottjones9187]

Thank you for another great video Jerry very moving story always enjoy your videos thank you so much

[@hawaiisidecar]

Very good actor. Really liked him in the star trek pilot.

[@purijohnston]

JEFFREY HUNTER was one of my fave movie actors. It was so sad how he died. I will always cherish & remember him in his role in KING OF KINGS. He was a very handsome gentleman. RIP, Jeffrey. We, your faithful fans, love you very much!

[@patbackus7668]

Shame wonder if his wife ever went after that studio, I would say that explosion that went wrong was the cause of his premature death !

[@carpediem6568]

He looked like a movie star.

[@gymesum]

thank you your voice was made for this !

[@Multi1628]

~ it is INTRACRANIAL @ 12:54 AND the accented narration is bearable hint hint at 1:25,speed. Great actor, Hunter, and his New Orleans connection is fascinating - thank you for posting - those eyes!! Cheers, DAVEDJ ~

[@scm731]

Hey Jerry, Thank you very much. Lovely to hear your voice.👍🏼💖

[@lawdog490]

Loved him as Capt Pike in The Managerie, original Star Trek pilot..

[@markfindlay8636]

I thought I recognized him thanks!

[@howardkerr8174]

@@markfindlay8636 This video made the minor but unfortunate mistake of saying all the cast members of that pilot episode of Star Trek were fired/replaced. Actually, Majel Barrett (sp?), WIFE of Gene Roddenberry, had the role that would be assumed by Leonard Nimoy, she stayed on and became the nurse. She would later work on Star Trek Next Generation as Loxanna Trio's mother. On some of the various Star Trek iterations she would be the voice of the computer. As far as comments about the narration: one of my favorite actors was Richard Farnsworth and I thought that was who was doing the narration. Mr Farnsworth was a kind and gentle man with a very gentle sounding voice. The narrator should be proud to sound like the same type of gentleman.

[@BeachsideHank]

Hunter's role in "From Hell To Eternity" was loosely based on the exploits of : Guy Louis Gabaldon, a United States Marine who, at age 18, captured or persuaded to surrender over 1,300 Japanese soldiers and civilians during the battles for Saipan and Tinian islands in 1944 during World War II. At age 12, he moved out of his home to live with the Nakano family, which was of Japanese-American heritage and whom he considered his extended family. Awards: Navy Cross, Purple Heart, Died: August 31, 2006, Old Town, FL

[@coiledsteel8344]

"From Hell to Eternity" was a very underappreciated WW2 Movie. Part in movie where he turns into a crazed killer, as REVENGE for the Samurai sword killing of his friend, seemed real. But he redems himself by his emotional breakdown, AFTER witnessing the Okinawan Japanese family (AS many others then, afraid of surrendering to Americans) - throwing themselves in suicide, over that cliff to the rocks below. This one family reminded him of the kindly Japanese mom and family that adopted and raised him, teaching him, and taught him Japanese language and culture. I was personally and deeply affected when he turned his heart to helping the Japanese people - later convinced 1300 defeated soldiers and civilians to surrender. Most blatant showing of overt, hateful racism I've ever seen, by mindless Americans, after he and his family finds out about Pearl Harbor!😣🤔😉

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Marky Hursh His (Gabaldon's) feat has not been matched by any adversary that I know of, yes both Japan and Germany had skilled interrogators who did their job well, but to persuade such a large number of enemy combatants to give up and surrender still stands alone as a singular, most remarkable feat, especially given his age of only 18 years old.

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@@BeachsideHank Thanks! I corrected the title now. The racism shown to him, and his adopted Japanese family at THAT one scene really got to me in the movie. Appreciate your comments. I'm a ex Vietnam era vet, and was very moved by his emotional portrayal. Thanks again. 😉

[@thomasswafford250]

@@BeachsideHank especially with the Japanese whose attitude toward surrender was it was shameful. It boggles the mind that he could get a group that large to surrender.

[@pracylopgonzer3176]

Wow, I never knew what happened to Jeffrey Hunter , only that he disappeared from the screen. How tragic. He made a number of good movies besides the ones mentioned. I remember him as Frank James opposite Robert Wagner as Jesse James. Also I remember 'Sailor of the King' and his role in 'The Longest Day' , 'King of Kings' . He was a very good actor. May he rest in peace.