The script, of course, was Citizen Kane, which would become a cinematic landmark and win Mankiewicz an Oscar. Young William joined his parents on the stage, working for producer Max Gordon. Throughout his adult life, Crawford was prone to bouts of heavy drinking, and was known for eating large meals. His weight and penchant for heavy drinking contributed to several injuries suffered on the set of Highway Patrol. Weve updated the security on the site. A wonderful time and a wonderful man, Ireland said. cemeteries found within kilometers of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. Assigned to the Armed Forces Network, he was sent to Britain in 1944 as a sergeant, he served as an announcer for the Glenn Miller American Band. https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/1740/broderick-crawford. Please ensure you have given Find a Grave permission to access your location in your browser settings. Role: Old Time Radio Star. Crawford was reunited with Glenn Ford in Human Desire (1954), directed by Fritz Lang. Crawford died following a series of strokes in 1986 at the age of 74 in Rancho Mirage, California. Share this memorial using social media sites or email. After a series of uneventful films, Melnick arranged for Crawford to meet Robert Rossen, who was adapting Robert Penn Warrens All the Kings Men for the screen. Adopted son of screen legend Joan Crawford. Academy Awards(Oscars) 1950 . A House Is Not a Home. For much of the period from 1955 until 1965 most of Crawford's television roles involved ZIV Television, which was among the relative handful of producers willing to accept the frequent challenges inherent with working with the hard-living and hard-drinking Crawford. [2] Crawford relocated to Europe where he starred in Vittorio Cottafavi's La vendetta di Ercole (1960), known in the U.S. as Goliath and the Dragon. Becoming a Find a Grave member is fast, easy and FREE. The film was made by Columbia who put Crawford under contract. You need a Find a Grave account to continue. Hes my man.. Birth Name: William Broderick Crawford Occupation: Movie Actor Place Of Birth: Philadelphia Date Of Birth: December 9, 1911 Date Of Death: April 26, 1986 Cause Of Death: N/A Ethnicity: White Nationality: American Broderick Crawford was born on the 9th of December, 1911. They along with his adopted siblings Christina, Cindy and Cathy survive him.According to his son Brad he passed away from cancer in Eastern Long Island Hospital in Greenport, New York. The only time he got hold of her was 5 years back when he called her to ask for blood for his daughter. There is 1 volunteer for this cemetery. Broderick who brought in $3 million and $5 million Networth Broderick collected most of his earnings from his Yeezy sneakers While he had exaggerated over the years about the size of his business, the money he pulled in from his profession realenough to rank as one of the biggest celebrity cashouts of all time. Broderick Crawford was an American film, stage, TV, and radio actor, best known for his performance in the film 'All the King's Men'. William Broderick Crawford (December 9, 1911 April 26, 1986) was an American stage, film, radio, and television actor, often cast in tough-guy roles and best known for his Oscar- and Golden Globe-winning portrayal of Willie Stark in All the King's Men (1949) and for his starring role as Dan Mathews in the television series Highway Patrol (19551959).Until filming All the King's Men, Crawford's career had been largely limited to \"B films\" in supporting or character roles. This story has been shared 177,238 times. When Justice starts to introduce himself, the trooper interrupts him and barks, "I don't care if your name is Broderick Crawford!". This book contains fascinating interviews with Highway Patrol writers, directors, producers and cast members highlighting many inside, behind-the-scenes stories. As manager of this memorial you can add or update the memorial using the Edit button below. At Warner Bros Crawford was in A Kiss in the Dark (1949) with David Niven and Jane Wyman and Night Unto Night (1949) with Ronald Reagan and Viveca Lindfors. Huey Long. His wife is Mary Alice Moore (8 August 1973 - 26 April 1986) ( his death), Joan Tabor (4 January 1962 - 26 April 1967) ( divorced), Kay Griffith (20 November 1940 - 19 August 1958) ( divorced) ( 2 children) Broderick Crawford Net Worth His net worth has been growing significantly in 2020-2021. He [Crawford] would bribe people to bring him booze on the set." He claims that she convincingly denied his proposal by saying You are adopted. The 1949 release of "All the King's Men," turned him into one of the most popular character leads in Hollywood after winning the Best Actor Oscar and lead to his starring role in another hit film, "Born Yesterday" (1950). You have chosen this person to be their own family member. Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. Add to your scrapbook. Please reset your password. .more .more 14 Dislike. Which memorial do you think is a duplicate of Christopher Crawford (16672202)? MGM borrowed him to play the villain in Lone Star (1952), opposite Clark Gable and Ava Gardner. The Fastest Gun Alive. This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. The Willie Stark role held the promise of a bright future for Crawford, who had been a Broadway actor in the 1930s, worked as a stevedore and merchant seaman between engagements and served in the Army Air Corps during World War II. Try again later. Well, the film turned out to be Cargo to Capetown, starring Brod and myself, and it was terrible, said Ireland, who recalled the days when he and Crawford lived a block apart in the San Fernando Valley. According to Whitman, who was going through hard financial times, they became fast friends. Birth Name: William Broderick Pendergast Date of Birth: December 9, 1911 Place of Birth: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Date of Death: April 26, 1986 Place of Death: Rancho Mirage, California, United States Ethnicity: Irish, German Broderick Crawford was an American actor. Broderick Rayfel Crawford, born June 20, 1961, was the first-born child of Luther and Beverly Crawford. Previously sponsored memorials or famous memorials will not have this option. Please check your email and click on the link to activate your account. To add a flower, click the Leave a Flower button. Resend Activation Email, Please check the I'm not a robot checkbox, If you want to be a Photo Volunteer you must enter a ZIP Code or select your location on the map. Natalie Wood, writes Bailey, was a wild child who was already drinking wine with Sinatra at age 15. Broderick Crawford (1911 - 1986) Slightly Honorable (1940) [Russ Sampson]: Accidentally stabbed in the back when he falls onto his own knife during a struggle with Pat O'Brien. . In 1958, Crawford broke his ankle while exiting the helicopter and was forced to wear an ankle cast, which may be seen in some episodes. She went on to perform in the vaudeville duo "Broderick & Crawford" (with her husband) until the entertainment form went out of style, moving to a solo career in her first play Nifties of 23. Crawford was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Lester Crawford (n Lester Crawford Pendergast) and Helen Broderick, who were both vaudeville performers, as his grandparents had been. 9 Dec 1911 Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania, USA. Christopher did attend his mother's funeral but suggests that he wasn't in touch with his mother. A few years later, she found herself with her Rebel Without a Cause co-stars Dennis Hopper and Nick Adams. You can always change this later in your Account settings. From 1970 to 1971, he played the role of Dr. Peter Goldstone in The Interns. Biography - A Short Wiki When Taylor paraded around set in ever-more-revealing bikinis, Burton would comment that she looked like a tart, writes Bailey. Once that happened, the squad rushed to the scene, where, sure enough, Tracy would have by then caused some sort of drunken trouble. After graduating from preparatory high school Dean Academy (now Dean College) in Franklin, Massachusetts, Crawford was accepted by Harvard College where he enrolled. Add to your scrapbook. William Broderick Crawford went famous for his performance in his own country United States of America. Found more than one record for entered Email, You need to confirm this account before you can sign in. On April 26, 1986, Broderick Crawford died of non-communicable disease. He was a classic example of "overnight success" in Hollywood. His two sons, Chris and Kelly, and their mother, Kay Crawford, whom he married in 1941, were with him when he died, said hospital spokesman Mike McFadden. When Taylor paraded around set in ever-more-revealing bikinis, Burton would comment she looked like a tart, writes Bailey. Perhaps the worst, and most surprising, turn of events came when Crawford, who had previously played the "mentally handicapped" Lenny in "Of Mice and Men" on Broadway, found Sinatra teasing him. True, what you say about Brod Crawford. Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. You can always change this later in your Account settings. Broderick Crawford was in relationships with Lisa Ferraday (1955 - 1957) and Lucille Ball. Becoming a Find a Grave member is fast, easy and FREE. Crawford worked in 140 motion pictures and television series during his career and remained an especially durable presence in television. Try again later. Oops, we were unable to send the email. In an episode of CHiPs Crawford appeared as himself, recognized after being stopped by Officer Poncherello, who presses a reluctant Crawford to give his trademark line from Highway Patrol ("Twenty-One-Fifty to Headquarters!"). Save to an Ancestry Tree, a virtual cemetery, your clipboard for pasting or Print. Crawford's second marriage was to Joan Tabor in 1962; they divorced in 1967. You have chosen this person to be their own family member. Crawford was originally stereotyped as a fast-talking tough guy early in his career and often played villainous parts. To use this feature, use a newer browser. When Joan and her then husband, Phillip Terry adopted this son, he was originally named Phillip. The Mindy Project star Chris Messina stole the show Canadian teacher with size-Z prosthetic breasts placed on paid leave, 11-year-old reads aloud from 'pornographic' book he checked out from library at school board meeting, Mike McCarthy shreds ex-Cowboys coordinator after firing, 'Jeopardy!' Actor. Theyd alert ALL bars to call within a 24-block-radius as soon as he staggered in! He had a good role in the prestigious Beau Geste with Gary Cooper, Ray Milland, Robert Preston, Brian Donlevy and Susan Hayward and directed by William A. Wellman. cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. This relationship is not possible based on lifespan dates. He continued to work as a lead in a number of films into the 1950's, typically playing tough guy characters, and was one of the biggest Hollywood stars of the era to jump to television in 1955, when he signed with Ziv TV to do the syndicated series, Highway Patrol. Try again later. This browser does not support getting your location. Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. He was 32. Once full, Wood disrobed and submerged herself, ready for her new sexual adventure until she began screaming. 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