State of the Union
1948
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Adolphe Jean Menjou (February 18, 1890 – October 29, 1963) was an American actor. His career spanned both silent films and talkies.
The epitome of knavish, continental charm and sartorial opulence, Menjou, complete with trademark waxy black mustache, evolved into one of Hollywood's most distinguished of artists and fashion plates, a tailor-made scene-stealer, if you will.
The epitome of knavish, continental charm and sartorial opulence, Menjou, complete with trademark waxy black mustache, evolved into one of Hollywood's most distinguished of artists and fashion plates, a tailor-made scene-stealer, if you will.
Known as an archetypal Frenchman, he is remembered as one of the best-dressed men in Hollywood. Adolphe’s career traversed from the silent era to that of the talkies, and he showcased his versatility by playing both heroic and villainous characters with equal ease.
Adolphe Jean Menjou (February 18, 1890 – October 29, 1963) was an American actor. His career spanned both silent films and talkies.
The best dressed man in America, the ever debonair Adolphe Menjou quickly made his mark during the waning days of silent cinema as a suave ladies’ man, clad in the finest of formal wear and always sporting the most impeccable moustache in the room.
Adolphe Menjou was an American actor whose career began in the silent era and who appeared in both starring and 'supporting roles in numerous highly successful films such as 'The Sheik' in 1921, 'Stage Door' in 1937, 'State Of The Union" in 1948, and 'Paths Of Glory' in 1957.
