Biographies: Harry Shannon - Actor

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An American prolific film and television actor, born as Harry Thomas Shannon in Saginaw, Michigan, USA. He often appeared in Westerns and began his career in live theater and vaudeville, then performed in many plays on Broadway, then moved to cinema in the 1930s, beginning with short comedies. He won the Venice Film Festival Special Jury Prize in 1954. He married Louise Willetts, with whom he remained until his death. Among his notable works are Executive Suite (1954), Citizen Kane (1941), and The Lady from Shanghai (1947). He died in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA, on July 27, 1964, at age 74.

• 11 June 2023
• Shaimaa Saied