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Robert Cummings - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | June 09, 1910 |
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| Died | December 02, 1990 (age 80) |
| Birthplace | Joplin, Missouri, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini - (see also Robert Cummings's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dog |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Prolific career as an actor in classic Hollywood films such as 'Saboteur' (1942), 'Dial M for Murder' (1954), and television's 'The Bob Cummings Show'. |
Intro
Robert Cummings was an American actor known for his work in film, television, and radio from the 1930s through the 1960s. He was recognized for his comedic timing and leading roles in romantic comedies and dramas.
Early Life & Background
Robert Cummings was born in Joplin, Missouri. His father was a surgeon and his mother was the niece of inventor Orville Wright. He studied at the Carnegie Institute of Technology and the American Academy of Dramatic Arts before starting his acting career.
Career Highlights
- Starred as Barry Kane in Alfred Hitchcock's 'Saboteur' (1942)
- Played Mark Halliday in Hitchcock's 'Dial M for Murder' (1954)
- 'The Bob Cummings Show' (1955–1959) earned him five Primetime Emmy nominations
- Appeared in popular films such as 'Kings Row' (1942), 'Princess O'Rourke' (1943), and 'It Started with Eve' (1941)
Trivia
- He was a licensed pilot and often flew himself to locations for his film and television work.
- Cummings was widely known for using various pseudonyms early in his career, including 'Blade Stanhope Conway.'
FAQs
People also ask
When was Robert Cummings born?
Robert Cummings was born the 9 June 1910.
Where is Robert Cummings from?
Joplin, Missouri, United States.
On His Birth-Day
About June 9th, 1910, in brief:
- Historical events: On June 9, 1910, Japan and Russia reached an agreement on the division of territory in the Far East. This agreement aimed to delineate their respective spheres of influence in the region.
- Day of the week: June 9th, 1910 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Gemini (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Oh, How That German Could Love! by Irving Berlin
- Popular movie: directed by D.W. Griffith
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