Murray Hamilton

Biography

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Murray Hamilton (March 24, 1923 – September 1, 1986) was an American actor. He is best known for his role as Mayor Larry Vaughn in the 1975 film "Jaws" and its sequels, "Jaws 2" and "Jaws: The Revenge". Hamilton also starred in several other well-known films such as "The Graduate", "The Hustler" and "The Amityville Horror". He had a long career in both film and TV and appeared in over 70 films and TV series. Early life Hamilton was born in Washington, North Carolina. He displayed an early interest in performing during his days at Washington High School just before America's entry into World War II. Bad hearing kept him from enlisting, so he moved to New York City as a 19-year-old to find a career on stage. Career In an early role, he performed on stage with Henry Fonda in the wartime story Mister Roberts as a replacement for David Wayne,...

Known For

Career Timeline

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  1. 2025
  2. 2020
    Jaws Toy Movie

    Mayor (voice) • Acting

  3. 1987
    James Stewart: A Wonderful Life

    Self (archive footage) • Acting

  4. 1986
    Whoops Apocalypse

    Jack 'Kill the Commies' Preston (Former US President) • Acting

  5. 1986
    The Last Days of Patton

    Gen. Hobart "Hap" Gay • Acting

  6. 1984
    Too Scared to Scream

    Jack Oberman • Acting

  7. 1983
    Summer Girl

    Jack Reardon • Acting

  8. 1982
    Mazes and Monsters

    Lt. John Martini • Acting

Murray Hamilton - Aperture