Ward Bond
Wardell Edwin Bond (April 9, 1903 – November 5, 1960) was an American film character actor whose rugged appearance and easygoing charm were featured in more than 200 films, as well as in the NBC television series Wagon Train from 1957 to 1961. Among his best-remembered roles are Bert the cop in Frank Capra's It's a Wonderful Life (1946) and Captain Clayton in John Ford's The Searchers (1956).
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Who is Ward Bond?+
Ward Bond was a foundational American character actor, recognized for his extensive filmography and his leading role in the classic television Western Wagon Train.
What is Ward Bond known for?+
He is celebrated for his appearances in over 200 films, notably as a reliable member of director John Ford's stock company in films such as The Searchers, The Quiet Man, and It's a Wonderful Life.
What kind of work does Ward Bond do?+
He specialized in portraying rugged, dependable authority figures like police officers, sheriffs, and soldiers throughout the Golden Age of Hollywood.
