American actor
Born: January 24, 1917
Died: July 8, 2012
Ernest Borgnine, born Ermes Effron Borgnino on January 24, 1917, was an American actor with a career spanning over six decades. Hailing from Hamden, Connecticut, Borgnine initially served in the U.S. Navy during World War II before pursuing acting. He gained widespread recognition for his role as the lovable and unconventional Marty Piletti in the 1955 film “Marty,” which earned him an Academy Award for Best Actor.
Throughout his prolific career, Borgnine showcased his versatility, portraying a wide range of characters in film, television, and on stage. His notable films include “From Here to Eternity” (1953), “Bad Day at Black Rock” (1955), and “The Dirty Dozen” (1967). On television, he achieved success with the popular series “McHale’s Navy” (1962–1966) and later in “Airwolf” (1984–1986).
Ernest Borgnine’s distinctive looks and powerful performances endeared him to audiences, earning him numerous accolades, including an Emmy Award for his work in the miniseries “Jesus of Nazareth” (1977). He remained active in the industry until his passing on July 8, 2012, leaving behind a legacy of memorable performances and a lasting impact on the world of entertainment.
Ernest Borgnine’s 5 most popular quotes
- It was my mom who told me, “Ernie, if you make even one person happy with your smile or a funny thing you do every day, you’ll have accomplished a great deal.” And that’s all I’ve ever tried to do.
- Three-quarters of producers don’t even know who I am. The other quarter thinks I am dead.
- Writers used to make such wonderful pictures without all that swearing and cursing. And now it seems that you can’t say three words without cursing. And I don’t think that’s right.
- If John Wayne were alive, he’d be rolling over in his grave!
- I think we all have the urge to be clowns, whether we know it or not.
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