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Barbara Woodell, June Gale
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♑ Capricorn
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马 Horse
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English < Old English (Ōscār)
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Oscar Levant: American comedian, composer, pianist and actor (1906-1972).
Born (died at age 65).
Oscar Levant has 15 credits in our database.
The name Oscar means spear of the gods/spear of God.
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Filmography (15)
Biography
Oscar Levant (December 27, 1906 – August 14, 1972) was an American concert pianist, composer, conductor, author, radio game show panelist, television talk show host, comedian, and actor. He had roles in the films Rhapsody in Blue (1945), The Barkleys of Broadway (1949), An American in Paris (1951), and The Band Wagon (1953). He was awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1960 for recordings featuring his piano performances. He was portrayed by Sean Hayes in the Broadway play Good Night, Oscar, written by Doug Wright. Levant appeared as himself in the Gershwin biopic Rhapsody in Blue (1945).
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old was Oscar Levant?
Oscar Levant was born on and passed away on at the age of 65.
What movies or shows has Oscar Levant been in?
Oscar Levant has 15 credits in our database. Notable titles include The Cobweb (1955), The I Don't Care Girl (1953), Romance on the High Seas (1948), You Were Meant for Me (1948), Humoresque (1947).
Where can I find more information about Oscar Levant?
You can find more about Oscar Levant on TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
