Caleb Spillyards: biographie, films et séries, crédits

Robert Vaughn (1932-2016) was an American actor who epitomized cool sophistication. He became an international icon as the suave spy Napoleon Solo in the hit 1960s series "The Man from U.N.C.L.E." With his tailored suits and dry wit, he was the American answer to James Bond. Vaughn also starred as Lee, the gunman who has lost his nerve, in the classic western "The Magnificent Seven." It remains one of his most acclaimed film roles, showcasing a vulnerability beneath his polished exterior. In his later years, he found a new legion of fans as the elder grifter Albert Stroller in the British series "Hustle." He continued to work prolifically in film and television, often playing authority figures or villains. Vaughn was also a scholar, holding a Ph.D. in communications, and a political activist. He was an intellectual actor who brought a sharp intelligence to every role. Robert Vaughn was the definition of debonair. For over five decades, he charmed audiences with a knowing smile and a unmatched sense of style.