George Arliss
George Arliss (born Augustus George Andrews, 10 April 1868 – 5 February 1946) was an English actor, author, playwright and filmmaker. He was known for his role as British Prime Minister Benjamin Disraeli in Disraeli (1929), for which he won an Academy Award for Best Actor.
George Arliss | |
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Born | Augustus George Andrews 10 April 1868 London, UK |
Died | 5 February 1946 London, UK | (aged 77)
Cause of death | Bronchopneumonia |
Occupation | Actor, author, playwright, filmmaker |
Years active | 1887–1943 |
Spouse(s) | Florence Kate Montgomery Smith (1899–1946) |
Parent(s) | William Joseph Arliss Andrews |