Biography of Hollywood actor Ameche, Don

 Don Ameche

• Born: May 31, 1908, Kenosha, Wisconsin
• Died: December 6, 1993, Scottsdale, Arizona
• Occupation: Actor
• Early career: Ameche began his career as a vaudeville performer.
• Breakthrough: Ameche's breakthrough came in the 1930s when he starred in a number of popular films, including The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle (1939) and The Magnificent Ambersons (1942).
• Later career: Ameche continued to be a successful actor throughout his career, and he enjoyed a comeback in the 1980s with roles in films such as Trading Places (1983) and Cocoon (1985).
• Accomplishments:
  • Won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in Cocoon
  • Nominated for three Golden Globe Awards
  • Received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1960

Legacy:

Don Ameche was a talented actor who was known for his versatility and his ability to portray both comedic and dramatic characters. He was a respected figure in the entertainment industry, and his work has been praised by critics and audiences alike.

Additional information:

• Ameche was married three times, and he had two children.
• He was a keen amateur photographer, and his photographs are now held in the collection of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
• He was a lifelong Democrat, and he was a vocal supporter of John F. Kennedy.