Is John Gavin A-List?

Breakthrough Role 'A Time'

Starred in 'A Time to Love and a Time to Die,' gaining recognition as a leading man.

Starred in 'Spartacus'

Featured in 'Spartacus,' further solidifying his status in Hollywood.

Acted in 'Psycho'

Role in Alfred Hitchcock's 'Psycho' enhanced his fame.

SAG President

Elected president of the Screen Actors Guild.

Ambassador to Mexico Appointed

Appointed U.S. Ambassador to Mexico by President Reagan, shifting career focus.

Resigned Ambassadorship

Resigned as U.S. Ambassador to Mexico.

Death from Pneumonia

John Gavin passed away from complications of pneumonia.

Remembered Actor/Ambassador

Gavin is remembered as both a Hollywood actor and a U.S. Ambassador.