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W illiam Powell was a debonair film star who epitomized the suave, cosmopolitan leading man of the 1930s and 1940s. Best known as Dashiell Hammett's urbane "Thin Man" detective, Powell...
Apr 18, 2023 · William Powell, the star of over 90 films from the silent era to the 1950s, seemed to possess some of each of these qualities along with his own unique charisma. This helped him become Classic Hollywood’s quintessential high society gentleman.
May 14, 2018 · Educator, diplomat. William Powell gained prominence in New Jersey as a teacher and educational leader prior to attracting the attention of several presidents of the United States who offered Powell opportunities to become an American envoy.
