John Henry Faulk

John Henry Faulk
Born(1913-08-21)August 21, 1913
DiedApril 9, 1990(1990-04-09) (aged 76)
Austin, Texas, US
Resting placeOakwood Cemetery in Austin
Alma materUniversity of Texas at Austin
Occupations
  • Humorist
  • Folklorist
  • Actor
  • Radio & TV personality
Known forHaving Austin central library named in his honor
Spouses
  • Harriet Elizabeth Wood ('Hally Wood") (m. 1940 div. 1947)
  • Lynne Smith (Gordon)
  • Elizabeth Peake
Children5

John Henry Faulk (August 21, 1913 – April 9, 1990) was an American storyteller and radio show host. His successful lawsuit against the entertainment industry helped to bring an end to the Hollywood blacklist.