About
Suave French actor who appeared in over 80 films, including Algiers. He gave a memorable performance in The Garden of Allah and received the Academy Honorary Award in 1943.
Before Fame
He was a hospital orderly during WWI and studied philosophy before turning to acting.
Trivia
He acted in romantic dramas such as Love Affair.
Family Life
He married actress Pat Patterson in 1934 after two weeks of courtship and their marriage lasted for 44 years. He committed suicide after her death.
Associated With
He was in Hold Back the Dawn with Olivia de Havillard.
