Lee Tracy

Birth Name:

William Lee Tracy

Birth Place:

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Profession

Actor, Soundtrack, Writer

Married Helen Thomas Wyse in 1938 and remained with her until his death
Following the war, Tracy became involved in vaudeville, traveling road show and small acting parts
Served as a second lieutenant during the First World War
Studied electrical engineering at Union College after graduating from Western Military Academy
Quote: "I should have quit playing newspapermen after three or four parts in the movies, but the money kept coming in and I liked it․"
Known for being cast as a newsman in various stage productions and films, including "The Front Page" and "Blessed Event․"

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