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Gig Young (born Byron Elsworth Barr; November 4, 1913 – October 19, 1978) was an American stage, film, and television actor. He was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performances in Come Fill the Cup (1952) and Teacher's Pet (1959), finally winning that award for They Shoot Horses, Don't They?
Gig Young was a prolific actor who appeared in films, TV shows and Broadway plays. He won an Oscar for They Shoot Horses, Don't They? in 1969, but died by suicide in 1978 after killing his wife.
- January 1, 1
- St. Cloud, Minnesota, USA
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- New York City, New York, USA
Gig Young was a prolific actor who won an Oscar for They Shoot Horses, Don't They? (1969), but struggled with alcoholism and personal tragedies. He was born Byron Barr in Minnesota, changed his name after a role in The Gay Sisters (1942), and had six marriages, including one to Elizabeth Montgomery.
- November 4, 1913
- October 19, 1978
Stars. TV: North side of the 6800 block of Hollywood Boulevard. Actor Born Byron Barr on Nov. 4, 1913 in St. Cloud, MN. Died Oct. 19, 1978 of suicide in Manhattan, NY. G ig Young was the...
About. Read More. Also Known As. Byron Barr, Byron Elsworth Barr, Bryant Fleming. Birth Place. St Cloud, Minnesota, USA. Born. November 04, 1913. Died. October 19, 1978. Cause of Death. Suspected Suicide After Allegedly Shooting Wife To Death. Biography. Read More.
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Gig Young (1913-1978) was a versatile and acclaimed actor who starred in films such as They Shoot Horses, Don't They? and Game of Death. He also appeared in TV shows, stage plays and hosted The Hollywood Palace.
Gig Young was an American actor, best known for his array of character roles. Even though he primarily played second leads, he had also played a few remarkable lead roles. The 'Academy Award'-winning actor had a long and distinguished career in the industry and had worked under leading production houses.