Mario Walter Lippert, better known by his stage name Howard Vernon, was a multifaceted actor of great renown, whose illustrious career spanned the realms of both stage and film.
Born on July 15, 1908, in the charming city of Baden-Baden, Germany, Vernon was the son of a Swiss father and a German mother, a union that would later influence his dual nationality.
Initially, Vernon's passion for acting led him to pursue a career in the world of stage and radio, where he honed his craft and developed a reputation for his versatility.
Following the tumultuous years of World War II, Vernon transitioned to the world of film, where he quickly established himself as a go-to actor for roles that required a sense of gravitas and authority.
His versatility as an actor was further demonstrated by his willingness to take on a wide range of roles, from Nazi officers to gangsters and psychopaths, in both French and American productions.
As the 1960s dawned, Vernon's career reached new heights, as he became a favorite actor of the renowned Spanish film director Jesús Franco. This fruitful collaboration led to a string of low-budget horror and erotic films, produced in both Spain and France.
Throughout his long and storied career, Vernon's talent and dedication earned him a reputation as a consummate professional, respected by his peers and admired by audiences worldwide.
Sadly, Vernon's life came to a close on July 25, 1996, just 10 days after his 88th birthday, in the charming suburb of Issy-les-Moulineaux, France.
