Jack Lord An Acting Life
Jack Lord An Acting Life by Sylvia D. Lynch, published by McFarland on March 22, 2018, offers an insightful exploration of the life and career of the iconic actor known for his role as Detective Steve McGarrett on the long-running series Hawaii Five-O. This edition spans 229 pages and is presented in English, providing a detailed account of Lord’s versatile performances across Broadway, film, and television prior to his superstardom.
Readers will find a comprehensive look at Jack Lord’s diverse roles, including his portrayal of a Virginia gentleman in The Story of a Patriot and CIA agent Felix Leiter in Dr. No. The book delves into his significant contributions to Hawaii Five-O, highlighting his creative influence on the series. Drawing from Lord’s extensive personal archive, this biography offers a unique behind-the-scenes perspective on the life of a television legend, making it a valuable resource for those interested in performing arts, film, and television history.
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Before his rise to superstardom portraying Detective Steve McGarrett on the long-running police drama Hawaii Five-O, Jack Lord was already a dedicated and versatile actor on Broadway, in film and on television.
His range of roles included a Virginia gentleman planter in Colonial Williamsburg (The Story of a Patriot), CIA agent Felix Leiter in the first James Bond movie (Dr. No) and the title character in the cult classic rodeo TV series Stoney Burke. Lord’s career culminated in twelve seasons on Hawaii Five-O, where his creative control of the series left an indelible mark on every aspect of its production.
This book, the first to draw on Lord’s massive personal archive, gives a behind-the-scenes look into the life and work of a TV legend.
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