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Raymond Massey: Biography, Facts and Career

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Raymond Hart Massey (August 30, 1896 – July 29, 1983) was a Canadian and American actor. Known for his commanding stage-trained voice, he was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actor for his portrayal of the title role in Abe Lincoln in Illinois (1940), a role he later reprised on television and in the film How the West Was Won (1962). Among his other well-known roles were Dr. Gillespie on the NBC television series Dr. Kildare (1961–66), John Brown in Santa Fe Trail (1940) and Seven Angry Men (1955), Abraham Farlan in A Matter of Life and Death (1946), and Jonathan Brewster in Arsenic and Old Lace (1944).

Quick facts about Raymond Massey

  • Full name: Raymond Massey
  • Born: 1896-08-30
  • Nationality: Canada
  • Known as: Actor
  • Wikidata ID: Q531461

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Who is Raymond Massey?

Raymond Hart Massey (August 30, 1896 – July 29, 1983) was a Canadian and American actor.

What nationality is Raymond Massey?

Raymond Massey is Canada.

When was Raymond Massey born?

Raymond Massey was born on 1896-08-30.

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