Updated Feb 20, 2026
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Known For
Actor
Occupations
Character actor, Film actor, Television actor, Actor, Singer
Birthday
(Wednesday)
Died
Nationality
Citizenship
United States
Political Party
Republican Party
Languages
English
Children
3 children
Education
Cambridge Rindge and Latin School
Zodiac Sign
♌ Leo
Chinese Zodiac
马 Horse
Name Origin
English < Proto-Indo-European (*h₂welh₁-)
Popularity
Tier B -- 35,465 Wikipedia views/month
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Notable
119 total credits -- top 1% among A-tier people
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Frequent co-star
Appeared in 7 films with George Irving
Career
Career spanning 48 years (1927-1975)
Screen debut
First screen credit at age 32
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Cultural Uplift
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Filmography (50)
AWARDS (3)
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Academy Awards
Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor
1941
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G
Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor
1939
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B
star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
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Biography
Walter Andrew Brennan (July 25, 1894 – September 21, 1974) was an American actor and singer. He won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performances in Come and Get It (1936), Kentucky (1938), and The Westerner (1940), making him one of only three male actors to win three Academy Awards. Brennan was also nominated for his performance in Sergeant York (1941). Other noteworthy performances were in To Have and Have Not (1944), My Darling Clementine (1946), Red River (1948), and Rio Bravo (1959).
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old was Walter Brennan?
Walter Brennan was born on and passed away on at the age of 80.
Where was Walter Brennan born?
Walter Brennan was born in Lynn, Massachusetts, USA.
What movies or shows has Walter Brennan been in?
Walter Brennan has 50 credits in our database. Notable titles include Smoke in the Wind (1975), To Rome with Love (1969), Support Your Local Sheriff! (1969), The One and Only, Genuine, Original Family Band (1968), The Guns of Will Sonnett (1967).
What is Walter Brennan known for?
Walter Brennan is primarily known as an actor. Walter Andrew Brennan (July 25, 1894 – September 21, 1974) was an American actor and singer. He won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor…
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You can find more about Walter Brennan on IMDB, TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
