William Clark Gable was an American film actor, nicknamed "The King of Hollywood" in his heyday. He was born in Cadiz, Ohio on February 1, 1901 and died in Los Angeles, California on November 16, 1960.
Gable's most famous role was Rhett Butler in the 1939 Civil War epic film Gone with the Wind, in which he starred with Vivien Leigh. Later performances were in Run Silent, Run Deep, a submarine war film, and his final film, The Misfits (1961), which paired Gable with Marilyn Monroe in her last screen appearance.
In his long film career, Gable appeared opposite some of the most popular actresses of the time. Joan Crawford, who was his favorite actress to work with, was partnered with Gable in eight films, Myrna Loy was with him seven times, and he was paired with Jean Harlow in six productions. He also starred with Lana Turner in four features, and with Norma Shearer in three. Gable was often named the top male star in the mid-30s, and was second only to the top box-office draw of all, Shirley Temple.
In 1999, the American Film Institute named Gable seventh among the greatest male stars of all time.
Best Motion Picture Association:
Gable appeared in four Best Motion Pictures.
It Happened One Night (1934)
Mutiny on the Bounty (1935)
You Can't Take It With You (1938)
Gone With the Wind (1939)
Academy Awards and Nominations
During his career as a motion picture actor Clark Gable was thrice nominated for the Best Leading Actor Academy Award.
Won Award for Best Actor:
It Happened One Night (1934)
Nominated for Best Actor:
Mutiny on the Bounty (1935)
Gone With the Wind (1939)
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