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Mark Stevens (December 13, 1916 - September 15, 1994) was a renowned American actor, born Richard William Stevens in Cleveland, Ohio. He was most active in the film industry from the 1940s to the 1960s, and garnered fame for his charismatic performances, primarily in crime dramas and thrillers.

Stevens commenced his acting career in Hollywood with uncredited roles, before landing his breakthrough role in "The Doughgirls" (1944). This was followed by a string of successful performances in "Objective, Burma!" (1945), and the critically acclaimed "The Dark Corner" (1946) where he played the lead opposite Lucille Ball. His portrayal of the private detective Bradford Galt cemented his status as a leading man in Hollywood. One of Stevens' most memorable roles was in "The Snake Pit" (1948), a groundbreaking film that spotlighted mental health issues. His compassionate portrayal of a supportive husband to a woman suffering from mental illness was widely lauded. Later, he starred in the film noir "Between Midnight and Dawn" (1950), a film that is still highly regarded within the genre.

In the late 1950s, Stevens moved to Europe where he continued his acting career. He worked in the Italian film industry, famously starring in the crime drama "Timbuctù" (1959). In the 1960s, he transitioned towards television, starring in the crime drama series "Big Town" from 1954 to 1956, and later, directing a number of episodes for the hit TV series "Bonanza."