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John Ericson (1926–2020), “Honey West” star

by Kirk Fox

John Ericson is best known for his role as Sam Bolt in the TV detective series “Honey West,” which starred Anne Francis.  

  • Died: Sunday, May 3, 2020 (Who else died on May 3?) 
  • Details of Death: Died at the age of 93 from pneumonia in Santa Fe, New Mexico. 
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Hollywood leading man 

Ericson starred opposite Elizabeth Taylor in the 1954 movie “Rhapsody” and with Spencer Tracy in 1958’s “Bad Day at Black Rock.” He was best known for starring as Sam Bolt, the handsome sidekick to pioneering TV private eye Honey West played by Anne Francis in the 1965 TV series “Honey West.” They teamed up to solve crimes on the series which lasted for one season but has found a cult following in reruns and on DVD.

Full Obituary: Hollywood Reporter

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