Brian Donlevy

American actor (1901–1972)

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Lived 1901–1972, aged 71United States
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  • Era
    1901–1972
    Aged 71
  • Known for
    Dead Men Don't Wear Pl…
    1982
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Updated 2026-07-01

Waldo Brian Donlevy was an American actor of film, stage, television, and radio. He appeared both in leading and supporting roles in Hollywood, and was noted for playing dangerous and tough "heavies", often in films noir. He was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in Beau Geste (1939).

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  • star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
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