Thursday 31 August 2006

Glenn Ford 1916-2006


Hollywood legend Glenn Ford has died at the age of 90.

An acting career spanning 60 years began in the theatre, moving into films in 1939. He signed up for the US Marine Corps in 1942. After the War his career had a big breakthrough with the classic film Gilda.

He also appeared in The Big Heat, Blackboard Jungle and Superman among many others. He won a Golden Globe Award as Best Actor in 1962 for his performance in Frank Capra's Pocketful of Miracles.

Born in Sainte-Christine, Portneuf, Quebec, Canada, though a naturalised American since 1939, his career achievements were recognized with the French Legion of Honor in 1989.

Retiring in 1991 he concentrated on his hobby of collecting salt and pepper shakers.

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