This fan website is dedicated to providing information on the life and work of Claude Akins (May 25, 1926 - January 27, 1994), one of the finest character actors in motion picture and television history. Appearing in close to 100 movies and over 150 television episodes, he became a familiar figure to 100's of millions of people. There's some disagreement among fans about which was his best role, but among those folks who knew him personally there is no disagreement: he was one of the nicest, most down-to-earth folks you will ever meet.

In 1986, Claude received the Outstanding Indian/Native American of the Year Award of the American Indian Exposition.

We will provide links to text and photos on other Web sites. We ask anyone who knew Claude Akins to e-mail their stories and/or photos to us for possible inclusion on this site.

Links to Other Pages and Sites:

E-Mail Letters We Have Received Regarding Claude Akins

List of Claude Akins Movies

Short Biography on the Great Character Actors Website

Northwestern University Alumni Notable Page

Movin' On Web Site

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