(1900-1967) US actor. He was distinguished for his understated, seemingly effortless, natural performances. His films include Captains Courageous 1937 and Boys’ Town 1938 (for both of which he won Academy Awards), and he starred with Katharine Hepburn in nine films, including Adam’s Rib 1949 and Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner 1967, his final appearance.
His other films include Bad Day at Black Rock 1955, The Last Hurrah 1958, The Old Man and the Sea 1958, and Inherit the Wind 1960.
He was one of Hollywood's most versatile performers.
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