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Ronald Charles Colman (9 February 1891 – 19 May 1958) was an English-born actor, starting his career in theatre and silent film in his native country, then emigrating to the United States and having a highly successful Hollywood film career. He starred in silent films and successfully transitioned to sound, aided by a distinctive, pleasing voice.
In October, 1914 at the first Battle of Messines, he was hit in the leg by shrapnel and invalided home. He recovered after a period on crutches but for the rest of his life he walked with a slight limp. Upon his recovery he made the decision to make acting his career.
May 15, 2024 · Ronald Colman (born February 9, 1891, Richmond, Surrey, England—died May 19, 1958, Santa Barbara, California, U.S.) was a Hollywood film actor whose screen image embodied the archetypal English gentleman.
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Died May 19, 1958 (67) Add to list. Won 1 Oscar.
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- Richmond, Surrey, England, UK
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- Santa Barbara, California, USA
Overview. Born. February 9, 1891 · Richmond, Surrey, England, UK. Died. May 19, 1958 · Santa Barbara, California, USA (emphysema) Birth name. Ronald Charles Colman. Nickname. Ronnie. Height. 5′ 10″ (1.78 m) Mini Bio. British leading man of primarily American films, one of the great stars of the Golden Age.
- February 9, 1891
- May 19, 1958
Feb 2, 2021 · This year Ronald Colman turns 130. Yet with each passing year, fewer and fewer people remember his name. Those that do usually spell it “Coleman”! But we hope that within each generation, there are at least a few who will look back and discover the Colman magic.
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May 8, 2018 · Born: Richmond, Surrey, 9 February 1891. Education: Attended London University. Family: Married 1) the actress Thelma Victoria Maud, 1918 (divorced 1935); 2) the actress Benita Hume, 1938, daughter: Julia Benita Colman.
