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Known For
Actor
Occupations
Stage actor, Television actor, Film actor, Actor
Birthday
(Saturday)
Died
Birthplace
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
Nationality
Citizenship
United States
Languages
English
Spouses
Joan Tabor (1962-1967), Mary Alice Moore
Children
2 children
Parents
Helen Broderick
Education
Harvard College
Zodiac Sign
♐ Sagittarius
Chinese Zodiac
猪 Pig
Name Origin
English < Welsh (ap)
Popularity
Tier C -- 16,517 Wikipedia views/month
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Broderick Crawford is known for acting.
Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA (died at age 74).
3 awards including Academy Award for Best Actor.
Broderick Crawford has 50 credits in our database.
Studied at Array.
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Filmography (50)
The Uppercrust
Film
Harlequin
Film
A Little Romance
Brod
Look What's Happened to Rosemary's Baby
Film
Won Ton Ton, the Dog Who Saved Hollywood
Film
The Phantom of Hollywood
Film
How Did a Nice Girl Like You Get Into This Business?
Film
The Interns
TV Series
Red Tomahawk
Film
The Vulture
Brian F. Stroud
AWARDS (6)
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Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Motion Picture Drama
1950
WON
G
Academy Award for Best Actor
1950
WON
G
Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Motion Picture Drama
1950
WON
B
star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
WON
Biography
William Broderick Crawford (December 9, 1911 – April 26, 1986) was an American actor. He is best known for his portayal of Willie Stark in the film All the King's Men (1949), which earned him an Academy Award and a Golden Globe Award. Often cast in tough-guy roles, he later achieved recognition for his starring role as Dan Mathews in the crime television series Highway Patrol (1955–1959).
Connections (4)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old was Broderick Crawford?
Broderick Crawford was born on and passed away on at the age of 74.
Where was Broderick Crawford born?
Broderick Crawford was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA.
What movies or shows has Broderick Crawford been in?
Broderick Crawford has 50 credits in our database. Notable titles include The Uppercrust (1981), Harlequin (1980), A Little Romance (1979), Look What's Happened to Rosemary's Baby (1976), Won Ton Ton, the Dog Who Saved Hollywood (1976).
What is Broderick Crawford known for?
Broderick Crawford is primarily known as an actor. William Broderick Crawford (December 9, 1911 – April 26, 1986) was an American actor. He is best known for his portayal of Willie Stark in…
Where can I find more information about Broderick Crawford?
You can find more about Broderick Crawford on IMDB, TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
