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Glen Ford
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Glen Ford, one of the last great classic actors whose film career spans over six decades. He was a U.S. Naval Reserve officer who rose to the rank of Captain and was awarded the French Legion of Honor Medal for his service in World War II in 1992. He was inducted into the National Cowboy Hall of Fame by the Western Heritage Museum in 1978. He is a man whose strong love of country and desire to serve has made him an inspiration for countless fellow citizens. Glenn Ford's films have been entertaining audiences for six decades, and his loyal fans still love him even after his retirement. He appeared in 106 films in his long career, the latest in 1992, as well as some memorable TV series. He was particularly known for playing strong, silent, and believable heroes, but also had a flair for comedy. Glenn began his career in 1939 in Heaven With a Barbed Wire Fence, and always said that his favorite movies were Westerns. (He was reportedly "the fastest gun alive.") But his one favorite movie, and the one that made him a star, was Gilda (1946), in which he starred with Rita Hayworth, beginning a partnership that made them one of Hollywood's favorite romantic couples. On a personal note, Glenn was married to actress/dancer Eleanor Powell from 1943 to 1959, and currently lives in Beverly Hills with his son Peter and his family. He also distinguished himself in military service, being the only actor ever to serve with the Green Berets and the French Foreign Legion. |
To Learn more about Glen Ford: Glen Ford: A Silver Screen Legend Glen Ford A Career Spanning 7 Decades
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