Friday, August 10, 2012
Star of "Sabrina" and "Network" was born in O'Fallon, IL.
Oscar-winning actor and O'Fallon, IL. native William Holden joined a prestigious group of celebrities Thursday when his star was added to the St. Louis Walk of Fame. The St. Louis Walk of Fame is located on Delmar sidewalks in the Loop. Plaques of famous St. Louisians in politics, entertainment, science and sports are displayed. Holden was an Oscar winning actor, known for his roles in Sunset Blvd, Sabrina, Stalag 17 and Network. A complete filmography can be found here. Brian Keller, president of the O’Fallon Historical Society, accepted the award. Holden moved to Hollywood at age 3, but came back to O'Fallon often to visit family in the area. Keller noted that Holden was the best man at former President Ronald Reagan's wedding to Nancy …
Thursday, August 9, 2012
Unveiling ceremony is slated for 11:30 a.m.
Oscar-winning actor and O'Fallon, IL. native William Holden joins a prestigious group of celebrities today when his star is added to the St. Louis Walk of Fame. The St. Louis Walk of Fame is located on Delmar sidewalks in the Loop. Plaques of famous St. Louisians in politics, entertainment, science and sports are displayed. The Ceremony The ceremony to dedicate Holden's star will be held at 11:30 a.m. Aug. 9 at 6150 Delmar, across from the Moonrise Hotel. Brian Keller, president of the O’Fallon Historical Society, will accept the award. Holden died in 1981.
38.655272
-90.297905
6150 Delmar Blvd, Saint Louis, MO
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Monday, July 30, 2012
The ceremony for the latest star on Delmar Blvd. is Aug. 9.
Oscar-winning actor and O'Fallon, IL. native William Holden will join a prestigious group of celebrities when his star is added to the St. Louis Walk of Fame. Holden's star dedication will be Aug. 9. The St. Louis Walk of Fame is located on Delmar sidewalks in the Loop. Plaques of famous St. Louisians in politics, entertainment, science and sports are displayed. According to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, Holden was born William Franklin Beedle Jr. in 1918. His family moved to California when he was a young child. The Ceremony The ceremony to dedicate Holden's star will be held at 11:30 a.m. Aug. 9 at 6150 Delmar, across from the Moonrise Hotel. Brian Keller, president of the O’Fallon Historical Society, will accept the award. Holden died …
38.655272
-90.297905
6150 Delmar Blvd, Saint Louis, MO
/articles/william-holden-joining-st-louis-walk-of-fame
/locations/7499342
Lotus108
6:20 am on Thursday, August 9, 2012
What films is he known for? I realize I can Google it, but I thought that it would say in this article. His photo looks like he is from older films? I don't watch a lot of movies but that is always helpful when trying to place a name. Thanks more ›