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Monty Woolley was born in New York City, New York, United States on August 17, 1888. Public records list Monty Woolley as a stage actor, film actor and television actor. Death is recorded on May 6, 1963, at the age of 74. Education on record includes Harvard University. Listed accolades include star on Hollywood Walk of Fame.
My Take
Monty Woolley is my kind of late bloomer. A Harvard man who didn't truly arrive until fifty, when his turn in The Man Who Came to Dinner made him a star, he proves talent keeps its own schedule. That magnificent beard and his gift for waspish, sharp-tongued roles gave him a presence nobody could imitate, and the Hollywood Walk of Fame star feels entirely deserved. What I admire most is that he worked stage, film, television, and direction without ever seeming to grind for fame — he simply waited for the right part. I'd take his unhurried confidence over flashier careers any day.
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1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Monty Woolley
- Name (Japanese)
- モンティ・ウーリー
- Reading
- もんてぃ・うーりー
- Born
- August 17, 1888 – May 6, 1963
- Origin
- New York City, New York, United States
- Occupation
- stage actor / film actor / television actor / theatre director / actor
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Leo / Rat
2. Background
- University
- Harvard University
Awards & achievements
- star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
3. Links
4. About this entry
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Frequently asked questions
When was Monty Woolley born?
Born August 17, 1888.
When did Monty Woolley die?
Died May 6, 1963, aged 74.
Where was Monty Woolley from?
Monty Woolley was from New York City, New York, United States.
What did Monty Woolley do?
Monty Woolley worked as stage actor, film actor, television actor, theatre director, actor.
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