Lee J. Cobb
Birth Name:
Leo Jacoby
Birth Place:
New York City, New York, United States
Profession
Actor, Director, Soundtrack
Fast Facts
- In 1981, he was inducted into the American Theatre Hall of Fame
- Before entering acting, he was an accomplished violinist, but had to give up his dream of a musical career when he broke his wrist
- Often portrays characters who are aggressive or angry
- Well-known for the deep, husky tone in his speaking voice
- Served as a witness before the House Un-American Activities Commission's inquisition into communists in Hollywood
- Was offered the role of Eddie Carbone in Arthur Miller's play "A View from the Bridge," but turned the part down
Awards
- 1947Photoplay Award - Best Performances of the Month (April):Winner
- 1949Photoplay Award - Best Performances of the Month (March):Winner
- 1949Photoplay Award - Best Performances of the Month (November):Winner
- 1955Oscar - Best Actor in a Supporting Role:Nominated
- 1955Golden Laurel - Top Male Character Performance:Winner
- 1958Golden Globe - Best Supporting Actor:Nominated
- 1958Golden Laurel - Top Male Dramatic Performance:Nominated
- 1958Primetime Emmy - Actor - Best Single Performance - Lead or Support:Nominated
- 1959Oscar - Best Actor in a Supporting Role:Nominated
- 1960Primetime Emmy - Outstanding Single Performance by an Actor (Lead or Support):Nominated
- 1961Golden Laurel - Top Male Supporting Performance:Nominated
- 1964Golden Globe - Best Supporting Actor:Nominated
- 1964Golden Laurel - Top Male Supporting Performance:Nominated
- 1966Bronze Wrangler - Fictional Television Drama:Winner
- 1967Primetime Emmy - Outstanding Single Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role in a Drama:Nominated