Gig Young

Born: 1913-11-04

Birthplace: Saint Cloud, Minnesota, USA

Biography

Gig Young (born Byron Elsworth Barr; November 4, 1913 – October 19, 1978) was an American actor. He was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performances in Come Fill the Cup (1952) and Teacher's Pet (1959), before winning for They Shoot Horses, Don't They? (1969).

Known For

Rear Window
Game of Death
They Shoot Horses, Don't They?
Sergeant York
The Killer Elite
Death In Hollywood
The Three Musketeers
Desk Set
Air Force
The Hindenburg

Top Movie Credits

Rear Window Jeff's Editor (voice) (uncredited)
Game of Death Jim Marshall
They Shoot Horses, Don't They? Rocky Gravo
Sergeant York Marching Soldier (uncredited)
The Killer Elite Lawrence Weyburn
Death In Hollywood
The Three Musketeers Porthos
Desk Set Mike Cutler
Air Force Co-Pilot
The Hindenburg Edward Douglas