Wardell Edwin Bond (April 9, 1903 – November 5, 1960) [1] was an American character actor who appeared in more than 200 films and starred in the NBC television series Wagon Train from 1957 to …

An arrogant man of little tact, yet fun-loving in the extreme, Bond was either loved or hated by all who knew him. His face and personality fit perfectly into almost any type of film, and he appeared in …

Jul 24, 2025 · Hollywood's Favorite Backup Man. Born in 1903 in Denver, Colorado, Bond was the son of a lumberyard worker who played football at USC. That's where he met John Wayne, a teammate …

Oct 8, 2023 · Discover 12 surprising facts about legendary actor Ward Bond - from his early career in Western films to his close friendship with John Wayne.

Wardell Edwin Bond (April 9, 1903 – November 5, 1960) was an American film character actor whose rugged appearance and easygoing charm were featured in more than 200 films, as well as in the …

Ward Bond was one of the most underrated Western stars of the Golden Era, working with John Wayne and John Ford and appearing in some true classics.

Ward Bond was an American film actor who appeared in many movies of Hollywood's Golden Age, always in a supporting role. It was not until late in his career that he achieved stardom, ironically on …

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May 6, 2024 · Bond was an opinionated man who did not suffer fools gladly. Even during his period as star of 'Wagon Train' he was as well known to the public for his off screen clashes with his fellow cast …

Jul 22, 2025 · On Wagon Train, Bond brought that same gravitas to the role, becoming the anchor of the show. But then, midway through season four, Ward Bond died unexpectedly — and the series made …