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George Kennedy Biography
Birth Name:George Kennedy
Birth Place:New York City, New York, United States
Profession Actor, Soundtrack
Fast Facts
- Has written numerous books, both fiction and autobiographies
- Born into a talented household, his mother was a classically-trained ballet dancer and his father served as musician and orchestra leader
- Came to prominence after his role in 1967's "Cool Hand Luke", a role that would garner him an Oscar for best supporting actor
- Following success with "Cool Hand Luke", he would go on to land numerous supporting roles in other drama-filled action features including "The Dirty Dozen", "Earthquake", "Bolero" and others
- Graduate of Tarleton State University in Stephenville, Texas
- Served in the U․S․ Army for 16 years
Awards
- 1968Oscar-Best Actor in a Supporting Role: winner
- 1968Golden Globe-Best Supporting Actor: nominated
- 1968Golden Laurel-Male Supporting Performance: winner
- 1968Gold Medal-Favorite Motion Picture: nominated
- 1971Golden Globe-Best Supporting Actor - Motion Picture: nominated
- 1971Golden Laurel-Best Supporting Performance, Male: nominated
- 1978Stinker Award-Worst Supporting Actor: nominated
- 1985Razzie Award-Worst Supporting Actor: nominated