Clifton Webb
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
- Is widely recognized for his various roles in film noir
- Often takes on the role of fussy characters with sharp wits
- 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