John Saxon Height, Weight, Age, Wife, Children, Biography & More

Publish date: 2024-05-04

John Saxon (born August 5, 1936-died July 25, 2020) was an American Martial Artist and Actor from Brooklyn (New York, USA). In his acting career of 60 years, he appeared in more than 200 projects.

He had well known for his presence in horror and western films. Additionally, he played the roles of a police officer and detective. He appeared in the Universal Pictures movies after entering into a formal contract and did movies like Portrait in Black and Rock, Pretty Baby.

However, John Saxon died[1]Hollywood Reporter due to pneumonia (death cause) on July 25, 2020, in Murfreesboro (Tennessee, USA).  He passed away before his 84th birthday.

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His fans and fellow actors mourned on his demise. The social media flooded with messages on losing the great actor. Saxon’s spouse Gloria shattered after losing her husband.

Wiki/Bio
Full Name1. Carmine Orrico.
2. John Saxon (Stage name).
NicknameJohn.
ProfessionMartial Artist and Actor.
In the News ForDied due pneumonia on July 25, 2020.
Age (As of 2019)83 years old.
Date of Birth (DOB), BirthdayAugust 5, 1936.
Zodiac SignLeo.
Birthplace/HometownBrooklyn, New York.
NationalityAmerican.
American Nationality 5
Date of DeathJuly 25, 2020.
Sexuality (Gay or Lesbian)Straight.
PlaceMurfreesboro (Tennessee, USA).
CausePneumonia.
GenderMale.
ReligionChristian.
EthnicityItalian American.
House InBrooklyn, USA.
Wealth
Earning SourcesThrough his acting in the television shows and movies.
Net worth (approx.)$1.5 Million US Dollars.
Television Shows1. Medic (1955).
2. Burke's Law (1963-64).
3. Bob Hope Presents the Chrysler Theatre (1964-66).
4. The Virginian (1967-71).
5. Fantasy Island (1978-84).
6. Falcon Crest (1982-88).
7. In the Heat of the Night (1991).
8. Melrose Place (1994-95).
9. CSI: Crime Scene Investigation (2005).
10. Masters of Horror (2006).
Movies1. It Should Happen to You (1954).
2. Rock, Pretty Baby (1956).
3. The Cavern (1964).
4. Death of a Gunfighter (1969).
5. Strange Shadows in an Empty Room (1976).
6. A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors (1987).
7. The Baby Doll Murders (1993).
8. The Road Home (2003).
9. War Wolves (2009).
10. The Extras (2015).
Physical Statistics
HeightFeet & Inches: 5' 10".
Centimeters: 179 cm.
Meters: 1.79 m.
WeightKilograms: 75 Kg.
Pounds: 165 lbs.
Last ModifiedJuly 27, 2020 (©️ Copyright - www.dreshare.com).
Body Measurements (Chest-waist-hips)40-36-38.
Shoe Size (US)8.5
Eye ColorBlack.
Hair ColorGreyish White.
Family
ParentsFather: Antonio Orrico (Dockworker).
Mother: Anna Orrico.
SiblingsNot Known.
Personal Information
Marital StatusMarried Since 2008.
Dating History?In relationship with Mary Ann Saxon & Elizabeth Saxon.
Girlfriend1. Mary Ann Saxon (Screenwriter).
2. Elizabeth Saxon.
3. Gloria Martel (Actress).
Wife/Spouse1. Mary Ann Saxon (m. 1967; div. 1979).
2. Elizabeth Saxon (m. 1987; div. 1992).
3. Gloria Martel (m. 2008).
Children NameAntonio Saxon.
Food HabitsVegan/Non-Vegan Dishes.
Smoke/Drinks?Not Known.
Pet(s)?No
SkillsShotokan Karate and Judo.
Education
Highest QualificationHigh School Graduate.
SchoolNew Utrecht High School.
University/High SchoolNot Known.

Early Life, Parents & Siblings

John Saxon Bio

The Hollywood Actor was born on August 5, 1936, in Brooklyn, New York. John Saxon’s age was around 83 years old. His birth name was Carmine Orrico and zodiac sign Leo. Additionally, his mom Anna Orrico and dad Antonio Orrico worked as a dockworker.

He graduated in 1953 from the New Utrecht High School. He gained knowledge of the acting skills from the famous coach named Stella Adler.

On the other hand, he belonged to the Italian American ethnicity group and followed the Christianity religion. However, the details of his brothers and sisters are unavailable on the internet.

Personal Life

John Saxon’s marriage life looked complicated. He married three times in his life. Furthermore, the name of his first wife is Mary Ann Saxon (Screenwriter) marriage in 1967 and divorce in 1979. Both of them shared a son named Antonio Saxon.

John Saxon & Gloria Martel Third Wife

John Saxon & his wife Gloria Martel.

Then, they divorced and ended their relationship. Saxon tied the knot with his wife Elizabeth Saxon in 1987 and separated in the year 1992. Before his demise, he stayed with his third spouse named Gloria Martel (Actress).

The two of them married in 2008. He did not have any children from his other two wives. Along with Gloria, he lived in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. The couple did not make frequent appearances in the social events.

Physical Appearance

John Saxon Height & Weight

John Saxon’s body statistics

Mary Ann Saxon’s former husband was possessive about his fitness in his life. He performed daily exercises. Apart from that, John Saxon’s height stood out at 5 feet 10 inches i.e. (1.79 m). He took formal training in judo and karate.

The 83-year-old actor’s weight measured around 75 Kilograms (165 in Pounds). However, his health condition badly affected when he suffered from pneumonia. He visited the hospital for the treatment and due to his medicines side effect had an impact on his body too.

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