J. Allen Hynek

Born:May 1, 1910

Place of Birth:Chicago, Illinois, USA

Died:April 27, 1986

Known For:Acting

Biography

Josef Allen Hynek was an American astronomer, professor, and ufologist. He is perhaps best remembered for his UFO research. Hynek acted as scientific advisor to UFO studies undertaken by the U.S. Air Force under three projects: Project Sign (1947–1949), Project Grudge (1949–1951), and Project Blue Book (1952–1969).

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Filmography

Acting

Close Encounters of the Third Kind

Man Smoking Pipe at Landing Site (uncredited)

1977

After an encounter with UFOs, an electricity linesman feels undeniably drawn to an isolated area in the wilderness where something spectacular is about to happen.

Production

Close Encounters of the Third Kind

Production Consultant

1977

After an encounter with UFOs, an electricity linesman feels undeniably drawn to an isolated area in the wilderness where something spectacular is about to happen.