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Douglas Fairbanks Jr.

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Nascita
9 dicembre 1909 · New York City, New York, USA
Morte
7 maggio 2000

Biografia

Douglas Elton Fairbanks Jr. (December 9, 1909 – May 7, 2000) was an American actor, producer, and decorated naval officer of World War II. The son of silent film star Douglas Fairbanks and stepson of Mary Pickford, he established his own successful career in Hollywood during the 1930s and 1940s, becoming known for his charm, sophistication, and versatility in both romantic comedies and adventure films. Among his most notable films are The Prisoner of Zenda (1937), Gunga Din (1939), Little Caesar (1931), and The Corsican Brothers (1941). He also appeared opposite many of the era’s leading actresses, including Katharine Hepburn, Joan Crawford, Loretta Young, Rita Hayworth, and Paulette Goddard. During World War II, Fairbanks served with distinction in the United States Navy, helping develop military deception and special operations techniques. For his wartime service, he received numerous decorations from the United States, the United Kingdom, France, and several other nations. After the war, he continued acting in films and television while also becoming a respected producer and public figure. Fairbanks remains remembered as one of Hollywood’s most elegant leading men and among the few major stars to achieve distinction both on screen and in military service. In 1969, he was inducted into the Hall of Fame of the International Best Dressed List.

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Film · 1931 · ★ 6,9
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I trafficanti della notte
Film · 1950 · ★ 7,5
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Love Boat
Serie · 1977 · ★ 6,2
Locandina di Gunga Din
Gunga Din
Film · 1939 · ★ 6,5
Locandina di Storie di fantasmi
Storie di fantasmi
Film · 1981 · ★ 6,0
Locandina di The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson
Serie · 1962 · ★ 7,6
Locandina di Il prigioniero di Zenda
Il prigioniero di Zenda
Film · 1937 · ★ 7,5
Locandina di La gloria del mattino
La gloria del mattino
Film · 1933 · ★ 6,2
Locandina di Sinbad il marinaio
Sinbad il marinaio
Film · 1947 · ★ 6,0
Locandina di American Experience
American Experience
Serie · 1988 · ★ 6,5
Locandina di Acqua alla gola
Acqua alla gola
Film · 1958 · ★ 7,1
Locandina di La squadriglia dell'aurora
La squadriglia dell'aurora
Film · 1930 · ★ 6,6

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