Let's correct that "edit" and add Ben Hur as an entire film, not simply for that great chariot race.

It took an exceptional actor to carry an epic like this (Best Picture 1959) and still have it come across as the story of one man and his incredible journey. Thanks to Heston and the directorial skill of William Wyler (Best Actor & Best Director 1959) that is exactly what happened. For those of you who have not yet seen it, you're in for a treat. Look for Heston's facial expression while climbing the stairs at the very end of the film...just spectacular.

Another enjoyable Heston role although in this one he was not yet a huge star and received (I believe) third billing under Betty Hutton and Jimmy Stewart - 'The Greatest Show On Earth'.

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ps - oh, and it was pretty much common knowledge that he wore a toupee for at least the past 15 years, maybe longer. I remember SC telling that story once before on the BB, about the hotel room & bathrobe, etc.

Yes, even movie stars are human beings and hence, sometime slobs in the privacy of their own homes (or hotel rooms).