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Known For
Actor
Birthday
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Died
Height
184 cm (6'0")
Nationality
Political Party
Republican Party
Languages
English
Spouses
Josephine Dillon (1924-1930), Maria Franklin (1931-1939), Carole Lombard (1939-1942), Sylvia Ashley (1949-1952), Kay Williams (1955-1960)
Children
2 children: John Clark Gable, Judy Lewis
Parents
William H. Gable, Adeline Herschelman
Residences
Clark Gable Museum
Zodiac Sign
♒ Aquarius
Chinese Zodiac
牛 Ox
Name Origin
English < Old English < Ancient Greek (κληρικός)
Popularity
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Career
Career spanning 64 years (1924-1988)
Screen debut
First screen credit at age 22
Year context
Born in 1901 -- McKinley assassinated; Roosevelt becomes president; William McKinley / Theodore Roosevelt was US president
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Filmography (50)
The Making of a Legend: Gone with the Wind
Film
Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?
Film
That's Entertainment!
Film
The Happy Ending
Film
The Love Goddesses
Film
Hollywood Without Make-Up
Film
The Courtship of Eddie's Father
Film
It Started in Naples
Film
But Not for Me
Film
Run Silent, Run Deep
Cmdr. Richardson
AWARDS (9)
S
Golden Boot Awards
2001
WON
G
Academy Award for Best Actor
1935
WON
G
Academy Awards
Academy Award for Best Actor
1935
WON
B
World War II Victory Medal
WON
Biography
William Clark Gable (February 1, 1901 – November 16, 1960) was an American actor. In 1999, the American Film Institute named Gable the seventh-greatest male star of all-time. His most famous role was Rhett Butler in the 1939 Civil War epic film Gone with the Wind, in which he starred with Vivien Leigh. His performance earned him his third nomination for the Academy Award for Best Actor; he won for It Happened One Night (1934) and was also nominated for Mutiny on the Bounty (1935). Later performances were in Run Silent, Run Deep, a submarine war film, and his final film, The Misfits (1961), which paired Gable with Marilyn Monroe, also in her last screen appearance.
During his long film career, Gable appeared opposite some of the most popular actresses of the time. Joan Crawford, who was his favorite actress to work with, was partnered with Gable in eight films, Myrna Loy was with him seven times, and he was paired with Jean Harlow in six productions. He also starred with Lana Turner in four features, and with Norma Shearer in three. Gable was often named the top male star in the mid-30s, and was second only to the top box-office draw of all, Shirley Temple.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old was Clark Gable?
Clark Gable was born on and passed away on at the age of 59.
Where was Clark Gable born?
Clark Gable was born in Cadiz, Ohio, USA.
What movies or shows has Clark Gable been in?
Clark Gable has 50 credits in our database. Notable titles include The Making of a Legend: Gone with the Wind (1988), Brother, Can You Spare a Dime? (1975), That's Entertainment! (1974), The Happy Ending (1969), The Love Goddesses (1965).
What is Clark Gable known for?
Clark Gable is primarily known as an actor. William Clark Gable (February 1, 1901 – November 16, 1960) was an American actor. In 1999, the American Film Institute named Gable the seventh-greatest male…
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