English movie stars born in 1904
Here are 12 famous actors from England were born in 1904:
John Gielgud
John Gielgud (April 14, 1904 South Kensington-May 21, 2000 Wotton House) otherwise known as Arthur John Gielgud, Sir John Gielgud, Johnny G., Sir Arthur John Gielgud, Sir Arthur John Gielgud, OM, CH, Arthur Gielgud or John Arthur Gielgud was an English actor, theatre director, theatrical producer and singer.
He was one of the most revered and respected actors of his time, known for his powerful performances on stage and screen. Gielgud began his career in the theater in the 1920s and went on to become a highly influential figure in British theater, producing and directing some of the most notable productions of the twentieth century.
He was also a highly respected film actor, appearing in over 60 films throughout his career. Some of his most notable film roles include his portrayal of Cassius in the 1953 film "Julius Caesar," his Oscar-winning performance as Hobson in the 1981 film "Arthur," and his role as the Ghost of Christmas Past in the 1984 adaptation of "A Christmas Carol."
Aside from his work in theater and film, Gielgud was also an accomplished singer and a prolific writer, penning several volumes of memoirs and other works throughout his life.
Gielgud was knighted in 1953 and was awarded numerous other honors throughout his career, including the Order of Merit and the Order of the Companions of Honour. He remained active in the creative world until his death in 2000 at the age of 96.
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Tom Conway
Tom Conway (September 15, 1904 Saint Petersburg-April 22, 1967 Culver City) otherwise known as Thomas Sanders or Thomas Charles Sanders was an English actor and voice actor.
Born into a family of actors, Tom Conway began his career in British theater and made his film debut in 1932. He quickly became known for his deep, distinctive voice and had a successful career as a voice actor, lending his voice to numerous animated and live-action films throughout the 1940s and 1950s.
Conway is perhaps best known for his role as The Falcon in a series of crime thrillers throughout the 1940s, taking over the role from his brother, George Sanders. He also appeared in several horror films, including "Cat People" and its sequel, "Curse of the Cat People."
Despite his success, Conway remained a relatively private person and was known for avoiding the Hollywood social scene. He passed away in 1967 at the age of 62 due to cirrhosis of the liver.
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Glen Byam Shaw
Glen Byam Shaw (December 13, 1904 London-April 29, 1986 Goring-on-Thames) otherwise known as Glencairn Alexander Byam Shaw was an English actor and theatre director. His child is called Juliet Shaw.
Byam Shaw started his career as an actor in 1922, working with various theatre companies in London and later in New York. He made his directorial debut in 1933, and went on to direct productions for some of the most prestigious theatre companies in the UK, including the Royal Shakespeare Company and the Old Vic. Byam Shaw's productions were known for their innovative ideas and stunning designs. He also worked extensively in television and was instrumental in the early days of BBC TV drama. Byam Shaw was awarded the CBE (Commander of the Order of the British Empire) in 1955 for his services to drama.
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Ballard Berkeley
Ballard Berkeley (August 6, 1904 Margate-January 16, 1988 London) also known as Ballard Blascheck, Ballard Barclay or Ballard Berkley was an English actor.
He was known for his deep, distinctive voice and played many authoritative or upper-class characters in films and on television. Berkeley appeared in over 70 films, including "The Ship That Died of Shame" (1955) and "The Spy Who Loved Me" (1977), and was a regular performer on the television comedy "Fawlty Towers" (1975-1979) where he played the character of Major Gowen. Before becoming an actor, Berkeley worked as a surveyor and also wrote several plays. He was married to actress Patricia O'Rourke from 1940 until his death in 1988.
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Raymond Huntley
Raymond Huntley (April 23, 1904 Birmingham-October 19, 1990 Westminster) was an English actor.
He was best known for his work in British films, television and theatre during the mid-twentieth century. Huntley made his stage debut in 1928, and worked regularly on the stage throughout his career. He appeared in a number of notable films including "Dead of Night" (1945), "The Happiest Days of Your Life" (1950), and "Look Back in Anger" (1959). Huntley was also a familiar face on British television, appearing in dozens of programmes throughout the 1960s and 70s. He continued to work in theatre and television until his death in 1990 at the age of 86.
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Tom Helmore
Tom Helmore (January 4, 1904 London-September 12, 1995 Longboat Key) otherwise known as Tom Hellmore, Thomas Helmore or Thomas Percy Helmore was an English actor.
Tom Helmore began his acting career in England in the 1920s, primarily on stage but also in a few British films. He moved to Hollywood in the 1940s and continued his acting career there, becoming known for his roles in Alfred Hitchcock films such as "Vertigo" and "The Trouble with Harry". He also appeared in films such as "The Time Machine" and "The Invisible Man Returns". In addition to his acting work, Helmore was a talented musician who played the piano and wrote music. He was married four times and had four children. Helmore remained active in the film industry until his retirement in the 1970s.
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J. Pat O'Malley
J. Pat O'Malley (March 15, 1904 Burnley-February 27, 1985 San Juan Capistrano) a.k.a. James Patrick O'Malley, J. Patrick O'Malley, James Patrick Francis O'Malley or Pat O'Malley was an English actor, singer-songwriter, composer, voice actor and music director.
He began his career as a singer-songwriter and composer in London, and went on to perform in various musical productions in both the UK and the United States. O'Malley later transitioned to acting, appearing in over 150 films and television shows. He was often cast in supporting or character roles, playing everything from mild-mannered clerks to gruff police officers.
In addition to his on-screen work, O'Malley was also a prolific voice actor, lending his voice to a number of animated films and television shows. Some of his most notable voice roles include Colonel Hathi in Disney's "The Jungle Book" and Tweedledee and Tweedledum in "Alice in Wonderland". O'Malley also served as a music director for several films and television shows throughout his career.
Despite his success in the entertainment industry, O'Malley remained relatively unknown to the general public. He passed away in 1985 at the age of 80.
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Perc Westmore
Perc Westmore (October 29, 1904 Canterbury-September 30, 1970 Los Angeles) also known as Percival Harry Westmore, Perc or Westmore was an English makeup artist, cosmetologist and actor. He had two children, Norma Elizabeth Westmore and Virginia Paula Westmore.
Westmore came from a family of Hollywood makeup artists known as the Westmore family. Westmore himself worked on over 450 films and television shows during his career, and he won an Academy Award for Best Makeup on the film "The Unconquered." Besides his makeup work, Westmore was also an actor and appeared in several films and TV shows. He was known for his innovative makeup techniques, including using foam rubber as prosthetics for the first time in the film "The Hunchback of Notre Dame." He also contributed to the development of Technicolor makeup, which allowed actors to wear makeup without it appearing distorted on screen. Westmore was a significant figure in the industry, and his contributions to makeup artistry paved the way for future generations of makeup artists.
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Bramwell Fletcher
Bramwell Fletcher (February 20, 1904 Bradford-June 22, 1988 Westmoreland) was an English actor. He had three children, Whitney Fletcher, Kent Fletcher and Catherine Fletcher.
Bramwell Fletcher began his acting career in the 1920s in British theater productions. He later transitioned to films and TV, appearing in over 50 movies and TV shows throughout his career. Some of his notable film credits include "The Mummy" (1932), "The Scarlet Letter" (1934), and "The Man Who Reclaimed His Head" (1934).
During World War II, Fletcher served in the British army and worked as a liaison officer for American troops. After the war, he continued to act and also worked as a stage director for several productions.
In addition to his acting work, Fletcher was a skilled writer and published several plays and novels. He also taught drama in the United States and worked as a drama consultant for various organizations.
Fletcher was married twice and had three children. He passed away in 1988 in Westmoreland, Jamaica at the age of 84.
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Ern Westmore
Ern Westmore (October 29, 1904 Kent-February 1, 1967 New York City) also known as Ernest Henry Westmore or Ernest Westmore was an English actor and makeup artist.
Ern Westmore came from a family of makeup artists and established himself as a leading makeup artist in Hollywood during the 1930s and 1940s. He worked on numerous films, including "Gone with the Wind" and "Sunset Boulevard," and created iconic looks for stars such as Marlene Dietrich, Bette Davis, and Judy Garland. In addition to his work in film, Westmore was a pioneer in television makeup and helped to establish makeup departments at major TV networks. He was also the founder of the Westmore Academy of Cosmetic Arts in Hollywood, which trained generations of makeup artists. Despite his success, Westmore struggled with alcoholism throughout his life and died of a heart attack in 1967 at the age of 62.
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John Brown
John Brown (April 4, 1904 Yorkshire-May 16, 1957 West Hollywood) was an English actor.
He began his acting career in the 1920s, appearing in theater productions before moving on to film. Brown is best known for his roles in Alfred Hitchcock's "Rebecca" and "The Paradine Case," as well as the comedy "The Importance of Being Earnest." He also appeared in several television shows, including "The Twilight Zone" and "Alfred Hitchcock Presents." Brown was openly gay, and his relationship with fellow actor Peter Glenville was the subject of much speculation in Hollywood circles. He died of a heart attack at the age of 53.
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Edward Dryhurst
Edward Dryhurst (December 28, 1904 Desborough-March 7, 1989 London) also known as Edward Dryhurst Roberts or Edward W. Roberts was an English film director, film producer, screenwriter and actor.
Dryhurst began his career in the film industry as an actor in the 1920s. He appeared in several silent films before transitioning to work behind the camera as a director in the 1930s. He directed a variety of films including thrillers, dramas and comedies.
In addition to directing, Dryhurst also produced and wrote screenplays for several films throughout his career. He made notable contributions to films such as "The Hound of the Baskervilles" (1939), "The Mysterious Mr. Davis" (1939) and "Alibi" (1942).
Dryhurst's work in the film industry spanned several decades and he continued to work on various productions well into the 1970s. He was known for his versatility and creative vision, and is remembered as one of the most influential figures of his time in British cinema.
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