Rock Hudson was an American actor known for his roles in romantic comedies and dramas during the 1950s and 1960s. He was born in Winnetka, Illinois in 1925 as Roy Harold Scherer Jr. After serving in the U.S. Navy during World War II, he moved to Los Angeles to pursue a career in acting.
His breakthrough role came in 1954 when he starred in the film "Magnificent Obsession." Hudson quickly became a leading man in Hollywood, appearing in popular films such as "Pillow Talk" and "Giant." He was also known for his on-screen chemistry with actress Doris Day.
Despite his success in Hollywood, Hudson struggled with his personal life. He was a closeted gay man during a time when homosexuality was not widely accepted. In 1985, he became one of the first celebrities to publicly announce that he had AIDS. Hudson's battle with the disease helped raise awareness and funding for AIDS research.
Rock Hudson passed away in 1985 at the age of 59. He left behind a legacy as a talented actor and a trailblazer in the fight against AIDS.