American actor
Born: May 6, 1915
Died: October 10, 1985
Orson Welles was an American actor, director, writer, and producer who was born on May 6, 1915, in Kenosha, Wisconsin. He is best known for his groundbreaking work in film, radio, and theater, and is widely regarded as one of the most innovative and influential artists of the 20th century.
Welles first gained national attention in 1938 with his radio adaptation of H.G. Wells’ “The War of the Worlds,” which was presented in a realistic style that caused panic among some listeners who believed the broadcast was reporting a real alien invasion. The incident cemented Welles’ reputation as a master of dramatic presentation.
In 1941, at the age of 25, Welles directed, co-wrote, produced, and starred in what many consider to be his greatest achievement: “Citizen Kane,” a film loosely based on the life of William Randolph Hearst. The movie is widely regarded as one of the greatest films ever made, and it was nominated for nine Academy Awards, winning one for Best Original Screenplay.
Throughout his career, Welles continued to work in film, theater, and radio, and he was involved in numerous other notable projects, including the film “The Magnificent Ambersons” and the radio series “The Shadow.” He also acted in a number of films, including “The Third Man” and “Touch of Evil.”
Welles passed away on October 10, 1985, at the age of 70. He left behind a legacy of groundbreaking work that continues to influence and inspire artists to this day.
Orson Welles’s 5 most popular quotes
- Don’t give them what you think they want. Give them what they never thought was possible.
- We’re born alone, we live alone, we die alone. Only through our love and friendship can we create the illusion for the moment that we’re not alone.
- When people accept breaking the law as normal, something happens to the whole society.
- If you want a happy ending, that depends, of course, on where you stop your story.
- My doctor told me to stop having intimate dinners for four. Unless there are three other people.
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