D'Urville Martin

Born: 11th of February 1939

Died: 28th of May 1984 (aged 45)

Biography:
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D'Urville Martin (February 11, 1939 – May 28, 1984) was an American actor and director in both film and television. He appeared with regularity in numerous 1970s movies in the blaxploitation genre of films. Born in New York City, D'urville began his career in the mid 1960s, soon becoming a prominent recurring figure in the genre. Martin acted in several movies of the time, including Black Like Me and Guess Who's Coming to Dinner. Among his partners was the famous blaxploitation actor Fred “The Hammer” Williamson, playing his partner Toby in the Black Charley. Martin also directed films in his career, including Dolemite, starring Rudy Ray Moore. His career ended in 1984 with a heart attack at age 45 likely caused by his hard-partying lifestyle.

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D'Urville Martin's Filmography

Dolemite

Dolemite

  •   Movie
  • 1975
Willie Green
Sheba, Baby

Sheba, Baby

  •   Movie
  • 1975
Pilot
Black Caesar

Black Caesar

  •   Movie
  • 1973
Rev. Rufus
Watermelon Man

Watermelon Man

  •   Movie
  • 1970
Bus Driver
Rosemary's Baby

Rosemary's Baby

  •   Movie
  • 1968
Diego
Guess Who's Coming to Dinner

Guess Who's Coming to Dinner

  •   Movie
  • 1967
Frankie
The Human Tornado

The Human Tornado

  •   Movie
  • 1976
Second Unit Director
Dolemite

Dolemite

  •   Movie
  • 1975
Director