Lionel Barrymore, a famous California actor, screenwriter and director, was born on April 28, 1878 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA.
Lionel's father, popular actor Maurice Barrymore was a vivid example for his son, in whose soul a love for the art of cinema was born in childhood.
In addition to Lionel, two more children were brought up in the family - sister Ethel and brother John. Childhood friendship in the family and the great affection of the household to each other taught little Lionel
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Lionel Barrymore, a famous California actor, screenwriter and director, was born on April 28, 1878 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA.
Lionel's father, popular actor Maurice Barrymore was a vivid example for his son, in whose soul a love for the art of cinema was born in childhood.
In addition to Lionel, two more children were brought up in the family - sister Ethel and brother John. Childhood friendship in the family and the great affection of the household to each other taught little Lionel generosity and kindness. Very often, becoming a famous actor, he always remembered with kindness and tenderness in his interviews about his brother and sister.
While studying at a Roman Catholic school, Lionel secretly dreamed of art and everything connected with it. He saw himself in the future as a famous person with a world reputation. He knew he would become a professional actor and conquer the world. In the end, all his childhood dreams came true.
The mid-90s of the 19th century - the time of the very beginning of the acting career of Lionel Barrymore. The completely unexperienced young actor prepared performances for his family under the strict guidance of his grandmother, who gently, without rude words, pointed out shortcomings and encouraged successful moments in the roles of the characters he invented.
The twentieth century opened to the novice actor beautiful and tempting prospects of cinema. Lionel took an active part in various performances (vaudevilles, revues) and very soon was noticed and invited to work on Broadway. All subsequent 17 years Barrymore performed excellently on the Broadway stage, each time fascinating the audience with his impeccable acting.
In 1924, Lionel went to Hollywood to try his hand at the work of the director. The recognition came to Barrymore immediately, the best critics of Hollywood spoke about him, appreciating his acting and directorial talent. Six years later, Lionel Barrymore was named the best director of Hollywood, and the 193rd year1 brought him an extremely high and prestigious Oscar for best acting.
The track record of films in which Barrymore played his best roles is very large and multifaceted.
"This wonderful life" The Grand Hotel.
A duel under the sun Lionel Barrymore and many other films with the participation of Lionel Barrymore remain alive for future generations... a model of talent, as well as love, friendship, justice, honesty and kindness.
He passed away on November 15, 1954 and is buried in Los Angeles. /