CIA Officer Edward B. Johnson, Key 'Argo' Figure, Dies at 81

Johnson's concealed role in the 1979 Iran hostage crisis was revealed only recently by the CIA.

Johnson's pseudonym ‘Julio’ was used in the book recounting the 'Argo' mission.
The 2012 film 'Argo' did not include his character, though his contributions were pivotal.
Johnson received the CIA's Intelligence Star for his role in rescuing six American diplomats.
His identity was publicly confirmed by the CIA in a 2023 podcast.
Johnson passed away from pneumonia in Virginia at the age of 81.