Birthday: October 01, 1921

Leading American character actor James Whitmore specialized in giving tour de force solo performances on stage, screen, and television, notably with his Oscar-nominated solo turn as President Truman in Give 'Em Hell Harry! Whitmore is short and thickset with a well-aged face and gentle smile; he is known for portraying outwardly tough but inwardly caring men. Born in Buffalo, ...more
  • 1949
  • Golden Globe
  • Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Motion Pic
  • Battleground
  • win
  • 1949
  • Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Scie
  • Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Motion Pic
  • Battleground
  • nom


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