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- Born
- 1914-01-14
- Died
- 2002-00-00
- Works
- 6
Top works
- The fifth book of reading lessons
- Use of Books and Libraries
- Touch Both Lines
- Flea
- Fatal Obsession
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Acting · North Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Harold Russell (January 14, 1914 – January 29, 2002) was a Canadian-American World War II veteran who became one of only two non-professional actors to win an Academy Award for acting (the other being Haing S. Ngor). Russell also holds the unique honor of receiving two Academy Awards for the same role. Russell also has the distinction of being the only…
Known for
- Marriage Counseling — Peter2025
- Dogtown — Blessed William1997
- China Beach1988
- Inside Moves — Wings1980
- Trapper John, M.D.1979
- The American Film Institute Salute to ... — Self
Article
Harold John Avery Russell (January 14, 1914 – January 29, 2002) was an American World War II veteran and actor. After losing his hands during his military service, Russell was cast in the epic drama film The Best Years of Our Lives (1946), which earned him the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor. He was the first non-professional actor to win an Academy Award for acting and the first Oscar recipient to sell his award.
Early life