Cast

Cary Grant

Acting

Cast

Cary Grant

Known for

Acting

Born

1904-01-18

From

Horfield, Bristol, England, UK

Died

1986-11-29

Also known as Archibald Alec Leach, Archibald Leach, Archibald Alexander Leach

Biography

Cary Grant (born Archibald Alec Leach; January 18, 1904 – November 29, 1986) was a British-American actor, celebrated for his debonair charm, impeccable comic timing, and sophisticated screen presence. He became one of Hollywood’s most iconic leading men, starring in classics such as Bringing Up Baby (1938), His Girl Friday (1940), Notorious (1946), and North by Northwest (1959). Grant had a difficult childhood, marked by his mother’s institutionalization and his father’s alcoholism. At 16, he joined the Pender Troupe, a group of acrobats, which led him to New York City, where he built a career in vaudeville before transitioning to Hollywood in the early 1930s. His breakthrough came with screwball comedies, where his witty delivery and effortless charisma made him a favorite among audiences. He worked with legendary directors such as Howard Hawks, Alfred Hitchcock, and George Cukor, solidifying his reputation as a versatile and enduring star. Grant was married five times, but his longtime companionship with fellow actor Randolph Scott fueled speculation about his sexuality. The two lived together for over a decade, sharing a home in Los Angeles, which led to rumors that they were romantically involved. While Grant never publicly addressed these claims, some biographers suggest that his relationship with Scott was more than just friendship. Despite the speculation, Grant maintained a carefully curated public image, often portraying the ideal romantic lead opposite Hollywood’s most glamorous actresses, including Katharine Hepburn, Ingrid Bergman, and Grace Kelly. Grant retired from acting in 1966, choosing to focus on business ventures and his family. He received an Academy Honorary Award in 1970 and was honored with the Kennedy Center Award in 1981. He passed away on November 29, 1986, at the age of 82. His legacy remains unmatched, with the American Film Institute ranking him as the second greatest male star of Hollywood’s Golden Age. His timeless appeal, effortless sophistication, and enigmatic personal life continue to fascinate audiences and film historians alike.

Cary Grant

Cary Grant

Biography

North by Northwest

Charade

EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert

To Catch a Thief

Notorious

The Philadelphia Story

Suspicion

His Girl Friday

Bringing Up Baby

Arsenic and Old Lace

That's Entertainment!

An Affair to Remember

Operation Petticoat

Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid

The Awful Truth

Merrily We Go to Hell

The Eagle and the Hawk

Only Angels Have Wings

Mr. Lucky

Mansfield 66/67

Breakdowns of 1942

Monkey Business

Houseboat

That Touch of Mink

That's Entertainment, Part II

Alice in Wonderland

My Favorite Wife

When You're in Love

Becoming Cary Grant

It's Showtime

Destination Tokyo

Warner at War

I'm No Angel

Father Goose

The Bishop's Wife

Hippies

Holiday

That's Dancing!

Mel Brooks: Unwrapped

I Don't Even Like Apple Pie...

Once Upon a Time

Showbiz Goes to War

Scotty and the Secret History of Hollywood

In Name Only

The Grass Is Greener

Kiss Them for Me

Night and Day

The Pride and the Passion

Hooray for Hollywood

Gay! Gay! Hollywood

I Was a Male War Bride

Intimate Portrait: Grace Kelly

The Bachelor and the Bobby-Soxer

People Will Talk

Sylvia Scarlett

Blonde Venus

The Howards of Virginia

Without Reservations

Frank Capra's American Dream

Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House

Big Brown Eyes

The First 100 Years: A Celebration of American Movies

The Last Outpost

The Big Parade of Comedy

Complicated Women

Walk Don't Run

The Toast of New York

This Is the Night

Penny Serenade

Once Upon a Honeymoon

Gunga Din

Edith Head: The Paramount Years

Every Girl Should Be Married

Wedding Present

The Talk of the Town

Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?

Oops, Those Hollywood Bloopers!