JOHN GAVIN – PNEUMONIA

Most people will hardly recognize the name Juan Vincent Apablasa Jr. However, people who love to watch classic movies will instantly know his stage name, John Gavin. He was one of the most famous stars of the ’60s and was part of iconic films such as Spartacus. He also played a major role in Psycho. Aside from acting, he also left his mark in business, thanks to his investments in the oil and communication industry.

Another little known fact about the actor is that he once served as the United States Ambassador to Mexico from 1981 to 1986. Prior to that, he was the president of the Screen Actors Guild from 1971 to 1973. Just one look at the actor’s resume and it would be clear that he was among the most influential figures not just in Beverly Hills, but in the entire Hollywood industry at that time. He passed away in Beverly Hills home on February 9, 2018. Reports suggest that complications from pneumonia were the cause of death.