Nick Adams

:Nick Adams was also the name of a Hemingway protagonist.

Trivia

• Adams, who had a talent for voice impersonations, overdubbed some of James Dean's lines for the film Giant after Dean died during production.
• Following Dean's death, Adam's tried to capitalize on his friend's fame through various publicity stunts, including a claim he was being stalked by a crazed female Dean fan. He also claimed to have developed Dean's affection for fast cars, later telling a reporter, "I became a highway delinquent. I was arrested nine times in one year. They put me on probation, but I kept on racing... nowhere." However, the offers for light comedy roles continued.
• The theme song for The Rebel was recorded by Johnny Cash, who made it a hit.
• Adams is reported to have consulted with John Wayne for tips on how to play his role in The Rebel.
• He is one of four actors typically named in connection with the Rebel Without a Cause Curse, a widely repeated urban legend.