Sign Up now to stay up to date with all of the latest news from TCM. See Photos. (1935), Here is the American One-Sheet Movie Poster for, Here are a few scene stills from the pre-code Warner Bros. film, Here are several scene stills from Warner Bros', Here is the American one-sheet movie poster for Columbia's, More Than a Secretary - Jumbo Lobby Cards, Here are a number of scene stills from Warner Bros', Here are a few original release American movie posters for Warner Bros', Here is an American release movie poster for. As for Brent himself, he just really didnt want to make the trip down to the filming location. he is a American Film Actor. An attractive carrot, with scant animation. (1941), The Great Lie (1933), From Headquarters (1939), The Rains Came Initially a slightly tough talking New York type, Brent proved an effective romantic foil to a wide variety of dominant female stars of the 1930s and 40s, most notably at Warner Brothers, where he was tenured from 1932 to 1942. He made his final screen appearance in 1978, playing a judge in Born Again. But I prefer George Brent to Clark Gable. What exactly happened to Brents parents isnt clear, but they ended up staying with an aunt until he was old enough to work. See Photos. For George Brent, who wasnt a fan of the press, this was a complete nightmare. He was born in Shannonsbridge (Ireland) and died in Solana Beach (California). Copyright 2023 by Factinate.com. Around the mid-1920s, just as George Brent was experiencing his first taste of fame, he married Helen Louise Campbell, the first of many of his female co-stars. - he's good in Dark Victory and The Great Lie. The highest recorded use of the first name Brent was in 1970 with a total of 4,272 babies. The studio signed him on for a long-term contract, and eventually paid him a weekly four-figure salary. Exclusive! Brent is very likeable ( and handsome too! You need a Find a Grave account to continue. More than unpleasant voices sank careers.In the last analysis, Brent's characters are best described, perhaps, as reserved men. They went to France. (1936), Snowed Under Ha! (1936), Give Me Your Heart Hosted Intro. I'm baffled by him too but I think the only conclusion to come to is - he's a studdy dud! We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. April 10, 2013. Please check your email and click on the link to activate your account. March 15 Actor #35. I personally think George Brent spoiled every film was in. Brent and Talbot worked out the fight choreography beforehand, but still, the fight was pretty brutal. This time, the marriage was a successthe two stayed together for 27 years, and even had two children together, named Suzanne and Barry. George Brent once remarked that all the leading man needed was a good hair cut, as the back of his head was the only part of him that an audience was ever likely to see. Judge George Brent was born in Charles County, Maryland on September 28, 1817 to George Brent (ca. But I just like him ! Log in or sign up for Facebook to connect with friends, family and people you know. No clan is left untouched, and even families that seem happy and normal on. He is best remembered for the eleven films he made with Bette Davis, which included Jezebel and Dark Victory. That marriage wont work out, believe me.. Were always looking for your input! (1949), Angel on the Amazon After all, he had more important things to do. This is the story of his life up to, including, and after his conversion. Try again later. So what does Ann Sheridan's comment that "Brent Bent" actually mean? This browser does not support getting your location. He did a great performance in "Experiment Perilous" as well. In 1947, Brent married Janet Michaels, a former model and dress designer. All photos appear on this tab and here you can update the sort order of photos on memorials you manage. As The New York Times put it, Brents dark good looks, sophisticated air and studious attention to his craft made him a solid, dependable performer. In fact, things between Brent and Chatterton went so well that he co-starred in another film with her, called The Crash. Brent was typically cast as a gentlemanly, romantic leading man (after briefly being cast in tough hero roles). (1946), Temptation Sorry! About. He worked a variety of interesting jobs to make ends meet, from herding sheep to even working the gold mines of South Africa. Greta Garbo, Merle Oberon, and Olivia de Havilland were just some of the stars he worked with throughout the 1930s, and some speculated that he even captured the hearts of these glamorous actresses. (1946), The Spiral Staircase (1942), Twin Beds Actor. Brent was born about April 5, 1652, probably near Aquia Creek in the portion of Northumberland County that became Westmoreland County in 1653 and Stafford County in 1664. Thanks for using Find a Grave, if you have any feedback we would love to hear from you. (1942), You Can't Escape Forever In 1937, Brent dispelled these rumors when he publicly tied the knot with his next love. . People named Brent George. I tried to get my ex-wife served with divorce papers. . Two of his other four wives were actresses Constance Worth and Ann Sheridan (opposite whom he made "Honeymoon for Three," 1941). George Brent Age, Height, Net Worth, Wiki, And Bio: George Brent was born in Shannonbridge, Ireland. Failed to delete memorial. Brent braced himself to lose a whole lot of money, but his ex-wifes pride saved him; she was too proud to accept money from a man who didnt want [her].. In 1932, George Brent starred in a film called The Purchase Price. Chatterton, Worth e . While the play was incredibly popular, and helped to make Brent a recognizable name, critics absolutely hated it. Are you sure that you want to remove this flower? [1] They had six sons and six daughters, identified in "Letters . In 1960, Brent was inducted into the Hollywood Walk of Fame with two stars. Brent was born in Ballinasloe, County Galway in 1904 to John J. and Mary (ne McGuinness) Nolan. In 1978, he made one last film, the made-for-television production Born Again. After their marriage, Brent and his new wife had every intention of moving in together in a bigger home, but that plan fell through when the shadow of WWII fell across America. I realize that this movie was not intended to tell the story of Watergate, yet in all honesty this chapter of Colson's life really doesn't make any sense except in the context of Watergate. The next morning, Brent jumped on the phone and called the newspapers, saying the divorce is the last thing in the world I wanted. I thought you might like to see a memorial for George Brent I found on Findagrave.com. cemeteries found within kilometers of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. Please reset your password. Although Campbell was roughly 10 years his senior, Brent didnt let that stop their whirlwind romance. (1949), Illegal Entry The nasty back-and-forth went as planned, until the two men reached the very end of the scene. Join thousands of others and start your morning with our Fact Of The Day newsletter. Despite his best efforts to cover up his nightly activities, the British caught onto George Brents plan. This meant that many of Brents films contained imagery that is pretty tame by todays standards, but were absolutely scandalous in his time! What seems to be in question is the date. My mom never told me how her best friend died. Born In 1899. Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of George Brent (11732357)? Making distraction rewarding since 2017. Brent, George. . (1931), Fair Warning He is best known for his frequent work with Bette Davis on screen, including roles in The Golden Arrow, Jezebel, and The Old Maid. If you notice a problem with the translation, please send a message to [emailprotected] and include a link to the page and details about the problem. You have chosen this person to be their own family member. Madame de Pompadour was the alluring chief mistress of King Louis XV, but few people know her dark historyor the chilling secret shared by her and Louis. (1939), Wings of the Navy He was famous for being a Movie Actor. George Brents childhood and life as a young adult are rife with mystery and intrigue, but if even half of the stuff said about himand by himis true, its no wonder he saw gloom and doom wherever he looked! (1936), The Golden Arrow By this point, Brent was likely pretty used to acting on Broadway, but what made this play special was his co-star, who was none other than Clark Gable, the King of Hollywood himself! Theres no doubt that this eventually led to something more between the two, but things between them really began heating up during the filming of Jezebel in 1938. I might add that most of them are not amongst his more well-known films: they include quite a few pre-codes, one comedy with Jean Arthur, several womens films with Kay Francis, one lesser film with Better Davis and one from the 1940s. (1931), Swingtime in the Movies When she's not writing, Rebecca can be found buried under too many blankets with a hot cup of tea. He was a member of Emmanuel Baptist Church in Cookville. Try again. You know, I have always liked Brent. (1933), 42nd Street He was understated most of the time, but I prefer his style to that of Cary Grant.George had a way of making his ladies "more" in a way that I still can't quite define. A gentle quiet Sweetheart. Wish I could have known him. Around February of 1921, when he was roughly 16, the young teen returned to his true home: Ireland. With Warner Bros approaching the edge of bankruptcy, Brent needed the studio to step up their gameand eventually, they managed to deliver in a huge way. It's a bizarre phenomenon that he was a star. Actor Born George Nolan on March 15, 1904 in Dublin, Ireland. This account already exists, but the email address still needs to be confirmed. Wikipedia. Talbot began bleeding profusely from his skull, and was sent straight to the studios infirmary for stitches. After, Brent once again set out to find the perfect womanbut for Brent and women, nothing could be that easy. Born Again. In 1942, Brent finally sat down with Sheridan to have a talk about their marriage. Rains Came, The (1939) -- (Movie Clip) Have You Become Fond Of Money? Thanks to the efforts of Brent and the rest of the cast and crew, 42nd Street rocked the box office, bringing back $2,300,000 on a budget of around $350,000. (1940), John Gamble [later known as John Bradley], Adventure in Diamonds While Brent continued to film movies through the late 1940s and into the 1950s, the scope and scale of the films he participated in got smaller and smaller. He retired from the big screen in 1953, going on to star in the TV series Wire Service (1956-59). Billboards such as this one graced the busy Atlanta streets a couple of years ago. Colson was sentenced to prison for the crimes he committed in the name of "national security", and while in prison he underwent a religious conver Charles Colson was involved in the infamous Watergate scandal that brought down the administration of former President Richard Nixon. George Brent (1904-1979) George Brent. (1939), Secrets of an Actress They were the parents of at least 3 sons and 5 daughters. We want our readers to trust us. (1940) starring Merle Oberon and George Brent. Special Agent (1935) -- (Movie Clip) Ink On My Nose Again? What exactly happened between the two is a huge mystery, but sudden marriages and divorces became a bit of a running theme in Campbells lifewhich is putting it mildly! Soon, he was taking on a whole host of roles in different plays throughout the 1920s, including playing the lead male role in Abies Irish Rose. Share this memorial using social media sites or email. , Jean Arthur pretty much sums up my feelings for George, when in a moment of anger, she says to him youre nothing but an animated carrot, and I must say, shes got something there. George Brent (born George Patrick Nolan, 15 March 1904 - 26 May 1979) was an Irish-American stage, film, and television actor. (1935), In Person I will never understand why people are so critical of George Brent. 1792 - November 6, 1835) a daughter of Captain William Thomas of St. Mary's County, MD. The studio execs were left fuming, but Brent was probably in heaven. "Miss Pinkerton" is the only George Brent film we've seen of the ones that you refer to, but we have seen him in about 12 other films where he generally plays the same type of character. Movie Actors. 1904-1979. . The Irish-born Brent's colorful past included an apprenticeship at Dublin's prestigious Abbey Theatre, a stint as a messenger for the Irish Republican Army, and a . By all accounts, the two were a perfectly happy coupleaccording to Hollywood, at least. (1953), Tangier Incident While critics generally liked Brent and his acting, their views on the actual movies he starred in were less than positive. Colson was sentenced to prison for the crimes he committed in the name of "national security", and while in prison he underwent a religious conver Read allCharles Colson was involved in the infamous Watergate scandal that brought down the administration of former President Richard Nixon. (1949), Bride for Sale From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia George Brent (born George Patrick [or George Brendan] Nolan, 15 March 1904 - 26 May 1979) was an Irish-American stage, film, and television actor. And, as the icing on the cake, Brents day was about to get a whole lot worse. In September of 1915, George Brent, along with his younger sister Kathleen, moved to New York City. The people have been changed from Kay Francis and William Powell to Merle Oberon and George Brent, but the theme is still that of two desperate doomed people who meet, fall in love, taste . Capable of playing the strong but silent type, or the urbane and cynical, Brent often spent his screen time desiring his leading lady or being pursued by her. Are you sure that you want to delete this photo? He certainly pulled off the killer-characters good! (1932), Week-end Marriage month. He is best remembered for the . Just one year later, Brent and Davis took their relationship to the next level. The sixth, liz: Ursula, married Charles Umphraville, gentleman, by whom she had many chil-dren. Totally agree. In 1960, Brent was inducted into the Hollywood Walk of Fame with two stars. George Brent (15 March 1904 26 May 1979) was an Irishborn American stage, film, and television actor in American cinema. Use the links under See more to quickly search for other people with the same last name in the same cemetery, city, county, etc. Brent would, allegedly, lead the British authorities on a wild goose chase, leaving Collins free to do what he needed to do. Try again later. Just six months after Brent tied the knot with Campbell, their marriage came to a sudden and abrupt end. George Brent was born in Ireland on March 15, 1899. (1936), The Goose and the Gander This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. Failed to report flower. He was a boring wimp, not handsome, not charismatic, not worthy of starring roles. Judge Brent was descended from the Brent family that immigrated first to Maryland and then to Virginia. September 15, 2022, 5 months ago. (1941), 'Til We Meet Again I am also baffled with Natalie Portman, Jennifer Gardner, and some of the female actresses that are churned out as great but I think do not hit the bill and annoy the hell out of me. 1786 - August 22, 1838) and Matilda Thomas (ca. I was thinking pole, or board, but carrot will do nicely as a metaphor for George. Want to tell us to write facts on a topic? (1936), More Than a Secretary Although Brent was perfectly charming at the parties he was forced to go to, he was completely anti-social at heart. The studio he worked forand thus, his career with itwas in trouble. Brent CrosbySt. He does get a chance to star in The Spiral Staircase and is suitably mysterious and dangerous.He made over 100 films and second tier stardom did alright by him.Vienna's Classic Hollywood. Husbands hiding things from wives, mothers from children, and generation from generation. It was a high price, but Brents dedication to the art of acting meant that he definitely made it worthwhile for Warner Bros. He is a member of famous Actor with the age 75 years old group. Married in 1942; divorced in 1943. Brent wasn't the most memorable fellow, being just one of a slew of Hollywood's Irish Georges (George Murphy, George O'Brien, George O'Hara) and a rather nondescript mug that looked a bit like Walter Pidgeon's.Yet he led an interesting life, and he graced many a classic . Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. Looks like a silent Era paste face with strings moving his mouth. Among his female paramours over the years were Bebe Daniels ("42nd Street," 1933), Greta Garbo ("The Painted Veil," 1934), Ginger Rogers ("In Person," 1935), Myrna Loy ("The Rains Came," 1939), Barbara Stanwyck ("My Reputation," 1946), and Claudette Colbert ("Bride for Sale," 1949). For me, Brent conveys heart felt emotion but does not emote, which is the bane of so many fine theater-trained actors when making the transition to camera work. (1937), God's Country and the Woman He is always so debonair and genteel. Brent Cemetery Aquia, Virginia. This is the story of his life up to, including, and after his conversion. Love him. (1947), My Reputation I remember reading somewhere that George Brent said that all the leading man needed was a good hair cut, as the back of his head was the only part of him that an audience was ever likely to see. Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. (1940), The Fighting 69th The film, called Dark Victory, was an emotionally charged piece about a young lady struck down by an inoperable brain tumor. Brent was born July 22, 1946 in El Dorado Springs. Factinate is a fact website that is dedicated to finding and sharing fun facts about science, history, animals, films, people, and much more. ). As soon as he could be independent, George Brent left his family behind, and his life took an interesting turn. He starred opposite Ruby Keeler in the film 42nd Street. Description: George Brent (March 15, 1904 - May 26, 1979) was an actor in American cinema. As you can see, Brent was always looking for the next best thing. He Faced An Early Tragedy. Actor. early as 1727. From petty paybacks to insane acts of karma, these bitter people somehow found the most ingenious ways. Til We Meet Again - . In fact, Brent once literally caused someone to bleed for the sake of a movie! Loved your article. I just saw "Til We Meet Again" 1940 with Merle Oberon and really enjoyed his performance.I watch TCM as much as possible and always make it a point to watch a film if he's starring in it.One thing is sure to me, Hollywood today doesn't have a tenth of the actors or talent as it did in that era. 42nd Street Angel On The Amazon Baby Face Born Again Bride For Sale Dark Victory Death Of a Scoundrel Desirable Experiment Perilous F.B.I.Girl Female From Headquarters Front Page Woman Give Me Your Heart Gold Is Where You Find It Honeymoon For Three Housewife Pisces. Do you question the accuracy of a fact you just read? Thanks for your help! Instead, he sought an annulment of the marriage, possibly so he could avoid splitting his fortune with his now ex-wife. There was a problem getting your location. In 1933, Brent took on a role in the film 42nd Street, a bombastic musical complete with stirring songs and choreography. (1946), Lover Come Back Furthermore, the court ruled his marriage to Worth 100% legal, which allowed Worth to successfully sue for divorce. By 1941, Brent was back to filling his usual role in Honeymoon for Three. If you think Brent wanted to talk to his wife about how they could improve their relationship together, however, you would be completely wrong. They must have been joking. There are no volunteers for this cemetery. Adventure in Diamonds, The Man Who Talked Too Much, and South of Suez all gave Brent top billing, and while he wasnt terrible, he didnt shine the same way he did in his roles opposite bigger female stars. (1935), Front Page Woman (1935), Desirable George Brent then moved to Lexington, where he was employed as a blacksmith. He was born November 3, 1939, in St. George, UT to Henry Ge As I plowed onward, through the predictable, Although hes anything but a normal guy in, allows him to call Ginger an ouch-face, and something about the way Brent nods his head unmusically while Ginger sings to him is endearing. 1658-1694, left; George Brent, ca. or. George Brent (born George Patrick Nolan, 15 March 1904 - 26 May 1979) was an Irish-American stage, film, and television actor. There were so many great actors from that era that maybe he just doesn't stack up that well against many of them to some people. According to some sources, Brents early interest in acting didnt just help him cover up his activities as a courier in Ireland. Please ensure you have given Find a Grave permission to access your location in your browser settings. Brent and Worths romance burned hot and fast; their courtship was only six weeks long! Worth must have thought shed found a fairy tale romanceturns out, it was more like a horror story. Learn more about merges. Brent was born in Worcestershire, England, the son of George Brent and Marianna Peyton Brent. On my goodness and they crucify poor Alan Ladd for being wooden! George Brent packed up his bags and moved to Hollywood, where he soon got his first gig with 20th Century Fox in the film Under Suspicion. Sheridan, who had very little interest in food, grated at this. As the most commanding mistress in the French court, she bettered the lives of many and became a beloved figure. [1] George married after 1635 to Anne Peyton, 6th and youngest daughter of John Peyton, Knt., of Doddington, Cambridgeshire, by Alice, daughter of John Peyton, Knt., Bart. Solana Beach, San Diego County, California, USA. In fact, Brent ended up spending two whole days filming a single scene with Davis, causing the film to fall behind schedule. George Brent was born on March 15, 1904 in Shannonbridge, Offaly, Ireland, Ireland, is Actor, Soundtrack. In a very short span of time, George Brent managed to completely charm Chatterton and capture her heart, and his marriage with her also came with a ton of perks. In 1930, Brents career got a boost when he appeared in a Broadway play called Love, Honor, and Betray. The mismatch in personalities wasnt the only thing plaguing George Brents marriage with Sheridan. He married Elizabeth Greene in 1667, in Virginia, British Colonial America. This plan didnt work for long, though. You can always change this later in your Account settings. According to many of Brents friends, Brent was a horrible match for Sheridan. His mother was a native of Clonfad, Moore, County Roscomm Furthermore, his good looks were starting to fade, and leading man roles were becoming scarce. 1654-1686, 2d from right; and far right, Robert Brent, 1660-1696, brother of George Brent, right. George Brent Barker, 76, passed away Friday, Sept 2, 2022. With such flamboyant performers as Cagney, Robinson, and Bogart on the Warner lot, this tall, urbane actor stood out just . (1934), Female (1934), Housewife George Brent confuses me. Charles Colson was involved in the infamous Watergate scandal that brought down the administration of former President Richard Nixon. His final marriage was to Janet Michael's a former model and dress designer. ( I like his acting! (1942), Silver Queen Thanks for your help! Too bad really, he would of made a great B-film series detective ( think "The Falcon" ) if he had a bit more snap. All I want to say is George Brent was so handsome. George Brent was born in Ireland. Family members linked to this person will appear here. George was given the name George Brendan Nolan on March 15th, 1904 in Ballinasloe. Sadly, this wasnt just a fun field trip to the Big Apple; Brent and his sister left Ireland because they were now orphans. While it didnt make him as glamorous as the actresses he worked with, theres no doubt that these actresses couldnt have reached their levels of fame without Brent at their side. I believe his on screen qualities were his natural qualities off screen. I enjoy his style. For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. He left behind a vast movie catalog, in which he played a pivotal role in making his fellow actresses look good. Lives in Washington D.C. Brent George. Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. George Brent, 1703-1778, is the one who compiled the notes and data on the Brent family about 1740 which was published by George Fitzhugh in De Bow's Review, July 1859. We recommend you to check the complete list of Famous People born on 15 March. They rejected his application due to his age; instead, he became a flight instructor with the Civilian Pilot Training Program. The email does not appear to be a valid email address. Married on August 13, 1932; divorced on October 4, 1934. The two informally separated, with Brent not officially obtaining a divorce until around 1930.