Jack Palance was an Academy Award-winning American actor, who ruled the cinema screens with his outstanding portrayal of villainous characters. With his athletic frame, deep-set eyes, and high cheekbones, he was the quintessential evil-incarnate of his era. Palance was one of the most despised movie villains of all time. He faced several difficulties before carving a niche for himself in Hollywood. As a youngster, Palance worked in coal mines, and later, juggled with various professions, such as boxing and modelling. He was typecast as a villain in the first few decades of his career. Quite early in his career, Palance was nominated for an ‘Academy Award,’ but his performance in a comedy movie ultimately brought him the much-coveted recognition. Jack Palance had an artistic and poetic side too. His poetic talent was revealed to the world when he published a collection of poems.