Birthday: January 18, 1904 (Capricorn)
Born In: Horfield, Bristol, England
Birthday: January 18, 1904 (Capricorn)
Born In: Horfield, Bristol, England
Cary Grant was a renowned English-born American film and stage actor who delivered stellar performances throughout his career. He is the recipient of many awards, including the prestigious ‘Academy Award’ and the ‘Kennedy Center Honors.’ His memorable roles in films like ‘North by Northwest’ and ‘The Philadelphia Story’ continue to inspire actors even today. Grant was known for his debonair looks and ravishing screen-presence. Thanks to his acting skills and transatlantic accent, he became one of Hollywood’s most popular actors. He started off as a juggler as part of a comedy troupe, and soon began to hone his acting skills. He worked under many famous banners, such as ‘Paramount Pictures’ and ‘Columbia Pictures.’ He also went on to establish his own production company and produced many films. He was always known as someone who exuded charisma, style, and confidence both on and off screen. Though he had a successful career and earned great fame as an actor, his personal life was rife with controversies. After quitting acting in films, he remained active in the entertainment industry. He later joined the boards of the ‘Academy of Magical Arts,’ ‘Hollywood Park,’ and ‘Western Airlines.’ He was also a keen motor enthusiast and owned a number of cars.
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Also Known As: Archibald Alec Leach
Died At Age: 82
Spouse/Ex-: Barbara Harris (m. 1981–1986), Barbara Hutton (m. 1942–1945), Betsy Drake (m. 1949–1962), Dyan Cannon (m. 1965–1968), Virginia Cherrill (m. 1934–1935)
father: Elias James Leach
mother: Elsie Maria Kingdon
children: Jennifer Grant
Born Country: England
Height: 6'2" (188 cm), 6'2" Males
Died on: November 29, 1986
place of death: Davenport, Iowa, United States
Ancestry: British American
Cause of Death: Stroke
City: Bristol, England
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