Biographies: Cary Grant - Actor

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A British actor, born in Bristol, England, on January 18, 1904. He had a rough childhood as his father placed his mother in a mental asylum when he was nine. Later on, he joined the Bob Pender Stage Troupe, with which he toured England and Europe, and in 1920, they sailed to America, where they presented the Broadway show Good Times. After his successful performances on Broadway, he moved to Hollywood in 1932. Cary signed a contract with Paramount Pictures and was able to appear in some small roles until he gradually established himself and his popularity rapidly increased. His notable films include His Girl Friday (1940), Penny Serenade (1941), for which he was nominated for an Oscar for Best Actor in a Leading Role, None But the Lonely Heart (1944), for which he was nominated for the same award, and North by Northwest (1959). He retired from acting completely in 1966 before the Academy granted him an honorary Oscar in honor of his distinguished and successful career in 1970. On November 29, 1986, Cary Grant passed away at the age of 83, leaving behind a rich legacy of unforgettable roles.

• 17 May 2022
• Dalia Saad