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Brad Dexter (born Boris Milanovich April 9, 1917 – December 12, 2002) was an American actor, best known for his role as Harry Luck in The Magnificent Seven
. He was born in Goldfield, Nevada of Serbian parentage. Burly, dark and handsome, Brad Dexter was usually given supporting roles of a rugged character. Early in his acting career, he went by the name of "Barry Mitchell."

After having a stint as an amateur boxer, Dexter attended the Pasadena Playhouse where he studied theatre. During World War II he was enlisted for military service. His career in Hollywood spanned over four decades. Once a close friend of Frank Sinatra, Dexter appeared in a few movies with him. Which included Von Ryan's Express
as "Sgt. Bostick" and None But the Brave. Other achievements came with "Last Train from Gun Hill," "Kings of the Sun," "Johnny Cool," and as "Harry Luck" in The Magnificent Seven
.

Helped produce "Skag" with fellow American-Serb actor Karl Malden.

Dexter's relationship with Sinatra began in 1964 when he saved him from drowning. Sinatra was swimming at the beach while on location and began to be pulled into the undertow along with his female co star.

Dexter immediately sprang to his aid and was able to save them both. He was awarded by the Red Cross for his heroism. The two later had a falling out and Dexter complained of Sinatra's pettiness and the fact that he never thanked him or gave him credit for saving him.

He died on December 12, 2002 in Rancho Mirage, California suffering from emphysema.

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