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George Bancroft (I) (1882–1956)
George Bancroft was raised in Philadelphia and attended high school at Tomes Institute (Philadelphia). He won an impressive appointment to the United States Naval Academy at Annapolis and graduated as a commissioned officer. He served in the Navy for the prescribed period of required service but no more. He decided to turn to show business, first ...
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Born:in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USADied:(age 74) in Santa Monica, California, USA |
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Stage Play: Cinders. Musical comedy. Music by Rudolf Friml. Book by Edward Clark. Lyrics by Edward Clark. Musical Director: Victor Baravalle. Directed by Edward Royce. Dresden Theatre: 3 Apr 1923- 28 Apr 1923 (31 performances). Cast: George Bancroft (as "Great Scott") [Broadway debut], Abner Barnhart (as "Cliff"), Louise Bateman (as "... See more »Height:
6' 2" (1.88 m)
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Interred in the mausoleum at Woodlawn Cemetary, Santa Monica, California. See more »Trademark:
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