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Lionel Barrymore was an American actor of stage, screen and radio, and a film director. He won an Oscar for A Free Soul and played Mr. Potter in It's a Wonderful Life, and was a member of the Barrymore theatrical family.
IMDb profile of Lionel Barrymore (1878-1954), a versatile and influential figure in the early Hollywood. See his biography, filmography, awards, trivia, photos, videos and more.
- January 1, 1
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
- January 1, 1
- Van Nuys, California, USA
Learn about the life and career of Lionel Barrymore, a legendary actor, composer, artist, author and director. He was the oldest of the Barrymore siblings and won an Oscar for A Free Soul (1931).
- Actor, Director, Writer
- November 15, 1954
- April 28, 1878
Lionel Barrymore (born April 28, 1878, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.—died November 15, 1954, Van Nuys, California) was an American stage, film, and radio actor who forged a career as one of the most important character actors of the early 20th century.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Jan 1, 2024 · Learn about the Barrymore family, one of the most renowned acting dynasties in Hollywood, spanning generations and genres. Lionel Barrymore was a silent film star and Oscar winner, while Drew Barrymore is a modern Hollywood icon.
- Colin Mccormick
Lionel Barrymore (1878–1954) was an American actor of stage, screen, and radio, and a member of an acting dynasty. He appeared in numerous films, including Grand Hotel, You Can't Take It with You, and It's a Wonderful Life, and won an Oscar for A Free Soul.
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LOS ANGELES, Nov. 15--Lionel Barrymore died tonight at Valley Hospital in Van Nuys. He was 76 years old. His physician, John Paul Ewing, attributed his death to a heart ailment. The...
