Gilbert Roland Biography

Fast Facts

• Received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1960
• Before becoming interested in acting, he aspired to enter a career as a bullfighter
• Quote: "I don't have any delusions about myself as an actor․ I'm grateful for being able to find enough work all these years․"
• Quote: "I'm an individualist who gets things accomplished in my own way․"
• Often takes on the role of romantic lovers in his films
• Did not receive a formal education past the seventh grade
• Served in the United States Army Air Force during World War II