LOS ANGELES — Jeffrey Hayden, who directed early live TV plays with stars including James Dean and who worked with wife Eva Marie Saint on screen and stage, has died. He was 90.
Hayden died at home Dec. 24 after a year of cancer treatment, publicist Jeff Sanderson said Tuesday.
Hayden directed early network TV colour specials "Lady in the Dark" and "The Chocolate Soldier" as well as "Philco Television Playhouse" live dramas with stars including Walter Matthau, Paul Newman and Dean.
His
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