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Clifton Webb Biography
Birth Name:Webb Parmalee Hollenbeck
Birth Place:Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
Profession Actor, Soundtrack
Fast Facts
- Received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1960
- Before becoming a stage actor, he worked as a professional ballroom dancer
- Often takes on the role of fussy characters with sharp wits
- Is widely recognized for his various roles in film noir
- Learned the art of painting from world-renowned teacher Robert Henri
- Was the personal choice of Ayn Rand to play the character Ellsworth Toohey in "The Fountainhead," but studio executives advised against the casting choice
Awards
- 1945Oscar-Best Actor in a Supporting Role: nominated
- 1945Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (January): winner
- 1947Oscar-Best Actor in a Supporting Role: nominated
- 1947Golden Globe-Best Supporting Actor: winner
- 1947Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (February): winner
- 1948Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (May): winner
- 1949Oscar-Best Actor in a Leading Role: nominated
- 1949Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (June): winner
- 1950Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (July): winner
- 1951Golden Laurel-Top Male Comedy Performance: winner
- 1951Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (October): winner
- 1953Golden Globe-Best Actor - Comedy or Musical: nominated