Beau Geste
1939
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Waldo Brian Donlevy (February 9, 1901 – April 6, 1972) was an American actor, who was noted for playing dangerous and tough characters. Usually appearing in supporting roles, among his best-known films are Beau Geste (1939), The Great McGinty (1940) and Wake Island (1942).
Brian Donlevy. Actor: Beau Geste. It seems that Brian Donlevy started out life as colorfully as any character he ever played on the stage or screen. He lied about his age (he was actually 14) in 1916 so he could join the army.
Brian Donlevy. Actor: Beau Geste. It seems that Brian Donlevy started out life as colorfully as any character he ever played on the stage or screen. He lied about his age (he was actually 14) in 1916 so he could join the army.
Apr 6, 1972 · HOLLYWOOD, April 5 (AP) —Brian Donlevy, who played tough guy roles in motion, pictures during most of his career, died of cancer tonight in the Motion Picture Hospital here. He was 69 years old.
Feb 8, 2022 · Here are 10 things you should know about Brian Donlevy, born on February 9, 1901. He was plenty tough, on screen and off, but he had a touch of the poet to him.
Brian Donlevy (February 9, 1901 – April 5, 1972) was an Ulster-born American film actor, noted for playing tough guys from the 1930s to the 1960s. He usually appeared in supporting roles. Among his best known films are Beau Geste (1939) and The Great McGinty (1940).
Jan 11, 2022 · Waldo Brian Donlevy was an American actor, noted for playing dangerous tough guys from the 1930s to the 1960s. He usually appeared in supporting roles. Among his best-known films are Beau Geste...
Brian Donlevy passed away on April 5, 1972, in Woodland Hills, California, at the age of 71. He left behind a legacy of memorable performances and contributions to the world of entertainment, with his impact on film noir solidifying his place in the genre's history.
Over a career that spanned 45 years, Donlevy appeared in 92 films. His greatest production was in the 30s and 40s, accounting for 78% of his movie releases. Major film genres: drama (47), comedy (22), western (22), crime (19) and romance (14).
Actor Brian Donlevy, born on Feb 9, 1901 and died on Apr 5, 1972 starred in Beau Geste, The Miracle of Morgan's Creek, In Old Chicago, The Great McGinty, Union Pacific, Destry Rides Again, Barbary Coast, How to Stuff a Wild Bikini, Command Decision, Curse of the Fly
