Date of Birth: July 18, 1911
Zodiac Sign: Cancer
Date of Death: June 15, 2003
Biography
Hume Cronyn was a distinguished Canadian-American actor known for his versatile performances in theater, film, and television. Born in London, Ontario, Cronyn was the son of Hume Blake Cronyn, Sr., a prominent Canadian politician. He studied at McGill University in Montreal and later at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York City. Cronyn made his Broadway debut in 1934 and quickly became known for his talent in both dramatic and comedic roles. His film debut came in 1943 with “Shadow of a Doubt,” directed by Alfred Hitchcock. Over the years, Cronyn appeared in numerous films, including “Lifeboat” (1944), “The Seventh Cross” (1944), and “Cocoon” (1985), often collaborating with his wife, actress Jessica Tandy. Cronyn’s career spanned over six decades, earning him numerous awards and nominations, including a Tony Award for his performance in “The Gin Game” and an Emmy Award for his role in the TV movie “Age-Old Friends.” In addition to acting, Cronyn was also a screenwriter and producer.
5 Interesting Facts about Hume Cronyn
1. Hume Cronyn was a close friend and frequent collaborator of Alfred Hitchcock, appearing in several of his films.
2. He served in the Canadian Army during World War II before returning to his acting career.
3. Cronyn and his wife Jessica Tandy were married for over five decades and often performed together on stage and screen.
4. He was awarded the National Medal of Arts in 1990 by President George H.W. Bush.
5. Cronyn was also an accomplished writer, co-authoring several screenplays, including the adaptation of “The Postman Always Rings Twice.”
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Hume Cronyn
1. “I never had a great talent, but I was interested in the work and I was diligent.”
2. “The most important thing in acting is honesty. If you can fake that, you’ve got it made.”
3. “The theater is a spiritual and social X-ray of its time.”
4. “Acting is an art which consists of keeping the audience from coughing.”
5. “I’ve had a very good life and a very good career, and I’m grateful for both.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
Hume Cronyn’s highest net worth was estimated to be around $5 million.
Children
Hume Cronyn had two children with his first wife, Emily Woodruff: Tandy Cronyn, an actress, and a son, Christopher Cronyn.
Relevant Links
1. [Hume Cronyn – IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0188443/
2. [Hume Cronyn – Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hume_Cronyn
3. [Hume Cronyn – Turner Classic Movies](https://www.tcm.com/tcmdb/person/41482%7C71615/Hume-Cronyn/
4. [Hume Cronyn – Biography](https://www.biography.com/actor/hume-cronyn
