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Jack Carson Biography
Birth Name:John Elmer Carson
Birth Place:Carman, Manitoba, Canada
Profession Actor, Soundtrack
Fast Facts
- Became interested in acting while studying at Carleton College
- In August 1952, he got married to actress Lola Albright
- Was the younger brother of fellow screen actor Robert Carson
- Would frequently work alongside Ginger Rogers on films
- Would frequently take on the role of obnoxious, witty characters
- During World War II, he entertained the troops in the South Pacific
- Was featured in the 1952 Broadway revival "Of Thee I Sing․"
Awards
- 1942NBR Award-Best Acting: winner
- 1942Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (June): winner
- 1942Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (December): winner
- 1945Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (April): winner
- 1948Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (May): winner