American film actor
Born: February 1, 1901
Died: November 16, 1960
Clark Gable, born on February 1, 1901, in Cadiz, Ohio, was an iconic American actor often referred to as “The King of Hollywood.” Gable rose to fame during the Golden Age of Hollywood and became a leading man in numerous films. His breakthrough came with the role of Rhett Butler in the 1939 classic “Gone with the Wind,” earning him an Academy Award nomination.
Known for his rugged charm and distinctive mustache, Gable’s career spanned over three decades. Some of his other notable films include “It Happened One Night” (1934), for which he won the Academy Award for Best Actor, “Mutiny on the Bounty” (1935), and “The Misfits” (1961).
Off-screen, Gable led a colorful life with multiple marriages, including one to actress Carole Lombard. He served in the U.S. Army Air Forces during World War II, earning several decorations for his service.
Clark Gable’s legacy endures as one of Hollywood’s most enduring and beloved leading men. He passed away on November 16, 1960, leaving behind a cinematic legacy that continues to captivate audiences worldwide.
Clark Gable’s 5 most popular quotes
- Honey, we all got to go sometime, reason or no reason. Dying’s as natural as living. The man who’s too afraid to die is too afraid to live.
- I am intrigued by glamorous women… A vain woman is continually taking out a compact to repair her makeup. A glamorous woman knows she doesn’t need to.
- Hell, if I’d jumped on all the dames I’m supposed to have jumped on, I’d have had no time to go fishing.
- The only reason they come to see me is that I know that life is great, and they know I know it.
- Types really don’t matter. I have been accused of preferring blondes. But I have known some mighty attractive redheads, brunettes, and yes, women with grey hair. Age, height, weight haven’t anything to do with glamour.
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