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Walter Huston was a Canadian actor and singer who won an Oscar for The Treasure of the Sierra Madre. He was the father of director John Huston and the grandfather of Anjelica Huston.
Walter Huston. Actor: The Treasure of the Sierra Madre. For many years Walter Huston had two passions: his career as an engineer and his vocation for the stage. In 1909 he dedicated himself to the theatre, and made his debut on Broadway in 1924. In 1929 he journeyed to Hollywood, where his talent and ability made him one of the most respected ...
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Walter Huston was a noted Canadian-born American character actor whose career in theatre and films ranged from musical comedy to high drama. Originally trained as an engineer, Huston first appeared on the stage in Toronto (1902) and made his New York City debut three years later.
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Walter Huston was a Canadian-born American actor who starred in stage and screen. He won an Oscar for his role in 'The Treasure of the Sierra Madre' and was the father of director John Huston.
Apr 6, 2016 · Walter Huston, 66, one of the modern theater’s greatest actors, died yesterday in his suite in the Beverly Hills Hotel. He was the victim of a heart attack, his physician, Dr. Verne Mason, said ...
Walter Huston was a Canadian stage and movie actor who starred in films such as Dodsworth, The Treasure of the Sierra Madre and Yankee Doodle Dandy. He won an Oscar for his role as Howard in his son John Huston's 1948 film and was part of a famous acting dynasty.
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Walter Thomas Huston (/ ˈhjuːstən / (listen)HEW-stən; [ 1 ]néHoughston; April 5, 1883 – April 7, 1950) was a Canadian actor and singer. Huston won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in The Treasure of the Sierra Madre. His son was director John Huston. His grandchildren are Anjelica Huston, Danny Huston and Allegra ...