Frank Lovejoy
Birth Name:
Frank Lovejoy
Birth Place:
The Bronx, New York, United States
Profession
Actor, Soundtrack
Fast Facts
- In 1960, he received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame
- Before deciding to start acting in stock companies, he attended New York Univeristy
- Worked on Wall Street in 1929, but the Great Depression forced him to turn to acting in order to make ends meet
- Got his big break when he was cast in the radio program "Gangbusters․"
- Was widely recognized for his commanding, authoritative voice
- Would frequently portray military or law enforcement officers
- Would often take on the role of sympathetic characters
Awards
- 1951Photoplay Award - Best Performances of the Month (July):Winner
- 1951Photoplay Award - Best Performances of the Month (January):Winner
- 1955Primetime Emmy - Best Actor in a Single Performance:Nominated