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Hume Cronyn

Hume Cronyn - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornJuly 18, 1911
DiedJune 15, 2003 (age 91)
BirthplaceLondon, Ontario, Canada
Zodiac SignCancer - (see also Hume Cronyn's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacPig
GenerationGreatest Generation
Known ForAcclaimed performances in films such as 'Shadow of a Doubt', 'Cocoon', and stage/theatrical projects with Jessica Tandy.

Intro

Hume Cronyn was a Canadian-American actor and writer, highly regarded for his work on stage, screen, and television. He was known for his versatility and memorable collaborations with his wife, actress Jessica Tandy.

Early Life & Background

Hume Cronyn was born to a prominent Canadian family; his father was a businessman and politician. He attended Ridley College and McGill University before pursuing acting at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York.

Career Highlights

  • Nominated for an Academy Award for 'The Seventh Cross' (1944).
  • Tony Award winner for best featured actor in 'Hamlet' (1964).
  • Starred with Jessica Tandy in numerous acclaimed stage productions and films, including 'The Gin Game' and 'Foxfire'.
  • Won an Emmy Award for 'Age-Old Friends' (1989).
  • Appeared in classic films such as Alfred Hitchcock’s 'Shadow of a Doubt' (1943) and 'Cocoon' (1985).

Trivia

  • Married to actress Jessica Tandy for over 50 years, forming one of Hollywood’s legendary partnerships.
  • Was made an Officer of the Order of Canada in 1988.
  • Also contributed as a writer and director in theater and television.

FAQs

People also ask

When was Hume Cronyn born?

Hume Cronyn was born the 18 July 1911.

Where is Hume Cronyn from?

London, Ontario, Canada.

On His Birth-Day

About July 18th, 1911, in brief:

  • Day of the week: July 18th, 1911 was a Tuesday
  • Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: Any Little Girl, That's a Nice Girl is the Right Little Girl for Me by Ada Jones
  • Popular movie: The Padre directed by Jonathan Sobol

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hume_Cronyn
  2. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Hume-Cronyn
  3. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0002021/