Strother Martin was an American actor born on March 26, 1919, in Kokomo, Indiana. He became well-known for his distinctive voice and memorable performances in both film and television. Martin's career spanned several decades, and he appeared in numerous popular movies, including Cool Hand Luke and Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid. In addition to his film work, Martin had a successful television career, featuring in shows like Gunsmoke and The Twilight Zone. His ability to portray a wide range of characters, often as authority figures or villains, made him a recognizable face in Hollywood. Martin passed away on August 1, 1980.