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Gordon MacRae Biography

Birth Name:Albert Gordon MacRae

Birth Place:East Orange, New Jersey, United States

Profession Soundtrack, Actor

Fast Facts

  • Is the father of actresses Meredith and Heather MacRae
  • Got his start in showbusiness by working as a page at NBC
  • Was best recognized for his work on the film "Oklahoma․"
  • Would frequently take on the various musical roles
  • During World War II, he served as a navigator in the Army Air Forces
  • Was a frequent supporter of the National Council on Alcoholism
  • Was featured in the original Broadway musical "Three to Make Ready․"

Awards

  • 1956Golden Laurel-Top Male Musical Performance: winner