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Waldo Brian Donlevy (February 9, 1901 – April 6, 1972) was an American actor, who was noted for playing dangerous and tough characters. Usually appearing in supporting roles, among his best-known films are Beau Geste (1939), The Great McGinty (1940) and Wake Island (1942).
Brian Donlevy. Actor: Beau Geste. It seems that Brian Donlevy started out life as colorfully as any character he ever played on the stage or screen. He lied about his age (he was actually 14) in 1916 so he could join the army.
- January 1, 1
- Cleveland, Ohio, USA
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- Woodland Hills, Los Angeles, California, USA
Learn about the life and career of Brian Donlevy, a versatile actor who starred in films such as Beau Geste, The Great McGinty and Barbary Coast. Find out his birth name, military service, marriages, awards and trivia.
- February 9, 1901
- April 5, 1972
Brian Donlevy was an American actor and producer who had a long and successful career in Hollywood. He was born on February 9, 1901 in Cleveland, Ohio. He began his career in the theater, appearing in a number of Broadway productions before making his film debut in 1932.
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Feb 8, 2022 · Here are 10 things you should know about Brian Donlevy, born on February 9, 1901. He was plenty tough, on screen and off, but he had a touch of the poet to him.
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Over a career that spanned 45 years, Donlevy appeared in 92 films. His greatest production was in the 30s and 40s, accounting for 78% of his movie releases. Major film genres: drama (47), comedy (22), western (22), crime (19) and romance (14).
