Acting

Art Aragon

Born November 13, 1927 · Belen, New Mexico, USA

Died March 25, 2008 · aged 80

Art Aragon was an American actor and professional boxer. From 1944 to 1960, he fought as a lightweight known as "The Golden Boy". Although he never became champion, he had an impressive record of 90 wins and 20 losses. Eight years after he began boxing, he also became an actor, and continued juggling both careers until 1960, when he decided to focus solely on acting. He died from complications…

Known For

Fat CityFat City · 1972
Fat City
7.11972
MovieDrama
The story of two men, a veteran boxer who is down and out, and a young man who is just starting his life and boxing career. Their fighting careers cross paths as their lives and fortunes head in opposite directions. Director John Huston tells their stories with a level, unsentimental honesty and makes it into one of his best films.
The Ladies ManThe Ladies Man · 1961
The Ladies Man
6.31961
MovieComedy
After his girl leaves him for someone else, Herbert gets really depressed and starts searching for a job. He finally finds one in a big house which is inhabited by many, many women. Can he live in the same home with all these females?
To Hell and BackTo Hell and Back · 1955
To Hell and Back
6.61955
MovieActionRomance
The true WWII story of Audie Murphy, the most decorated soldier in U.S. history. Based on the autobiography of Audie Murphy who stars as himself in the film.
Off LimitsOff Limits · 1952
Off Limits
5.91952
MovieComedy
Wally Hogan has things going his way. He is the manager-trainer of Bullet Bradley, a fighter who has just won the lightweight championship. However, life suddenly takes a not-so-happy turn when Bullet gets drafted.
Angel on My ShoulderAngel on My Shoulder · 1980
Angel on My Shoulder
6.61980
MovieDramaFantasy
A small-time Chicago hood, now deceased, gets a second chance at life by striking a bargain with the Devil to inhabit and attempt to corrupt a totally honest politician.
World in My CornerWorld in My Corner · 1956
World in My Corner
5.81956
MovieDrama
A scrappy fighter from Jersey City named Tommy Shea -- "born in a dump, educated in an alley" -- catches the eye of wealthy businessman, Robert Mallinson, who allows him to train at his Long Island estate. Shea soon falls for Mallinson's daughter, Dorothy, but fears he doesn't have the money to support her in proper style. To get this money, Shea decides to work with crooked fight-promoter Harry Cram, even though this means dropping his honest manager, Dave Bernstein. As the big fight approaches, however, Shea begins to have second thoughts.
General Electric TheaterGeneral Electric Theater · 1953
General Electric Theater
6.81953
SeriesComedyDrama
General Electric Theater is an American anthology series hosted by Ronald Reagan that was broadcast on CBS radio and television. The series was sponsored by General Electric's Department of Public Relations.

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