**Victor Mature** (Louisville, Kentucky, 1913 – Rancho Santa Fe, California, 1999) was an American actor, celebrated for his imposing physique and virile appearance. His film career, which spanned the 1940s to the 1960s, saw him star in a wide range of genres.

Mature excelled in strongman roles, often tormented and conflicted, which combined charisma with a certain vulnerability. He is particularly remembered for his performances in biblical and historical epics, where his stature and screen presence were highlighted. Among his most celebrated films are *Samson and Delilah* (1949), *The Robe* (1953), and *Demetrius and the Gladiators* (1954). Despite his success in these "epic" roles, Mature also distinguished himself in film noirs like *Kiss the Blood Off My Hands* (1948), demonstrating considerable versatility.