Nigel Bruce

Birth Name:

William Nigel Ernie Bruce

Birth Place:

Ensenada, Baja California, Mexico

Profession

Actor, Soundtrack

Had two daughters, Jennifer and Pauline, with actress Violet Campbell
His acting career began on stage in 1920, when he made his first appearance in a production of "Why Marry?" at London's Comedy Theatre
His first credited on-screen role was in the 1930 film "The Squeaker․"
Served in England's 10th Service Battalion during World War II from 1914 until the following year, when he was severely wounded by gunfire
Best known for his role as Dr․ Watson in the film series and radio program "The New Adventures of Sherlock Holmes․"
Known for portraying dim-witted, buffoonish characters
Appeared in 1939's "The Rains Came" the first film to win an Academy Award for Best Special Effects

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