William Thourlby date of birth:
January 22, 1924
How old was William Thourlby when died?
89
Where was William Thourlby born?
Detroit, Michigan, USA
When did William Thourlby die?
April 15, 2013
Where did William Thourlby die?
New York City, NY
How tall is William Thourlby?
6' 4" (193 cm)
William Thourlby claim to fame:
Original "Marlboro Man"
Short Biography
William Leo Thourlby (January 22, 1924 – April 15, 2013) was an American actor, model and writer. He was known for his rugged, cowboy look, when he appeared as the face of the Marlboro Man campaign in the 1950s. This ad campaign was one of the 20th century's most famous, redefining the Marlboro brand image from a cigarette for women to one for men.