Spencer Tracy was an American actor born on April 5, 1900, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Renowned for his powerful performances, he became one of Hollywood's leading actors during the mid-20th century. Tracy's career spanned several decades, during which he showcased his versatility in a range of genres. He is particularly remembered for his roles in notable films such as "Judgment at Nuremberg," where he delivered a compelling performance in the courtroom drama, and "Guess Who's Coming to Dinner," which tackled social issues of the time. Additionally, he starred in the comedy "It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World," further solidifying his status as a prominent figure in American cinema. Spencer Tracy passed away on June 10, 1967, leaving behind a legacy marked by exceptional talent and memorable performances.
Personal Info
Profession
Actor
Gender
Male
Birthday
April 5, 1900
Died
June 10, 1967
(at 67 years old)
Place of Birth
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
Popularity
1.6
Available Movies
10 released
Spencer Tracy
Actor
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
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Awards & Nominations
View All AwardsMajor awards verified (BAFTA, Cannes, Golden Globes)
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Wins
7
Nominations
2x Oscar
Oscars
2
7 nom.
Complete Award Details 12 Major
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Wins
7
Nominations
Oscar
2
9 nom.
BAFTA
1
0 nom.
Cannes
1
0 nom.
Golden Globe
1
0 nom.
David di Donatello
1
0 nom.
Other
1
0 nom.
| Year | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 1969 | BAFTA Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role Guess Who's Coming to Dinner | |
| 1968 | Academy Award for Best Actor Guess Who's Coming to Dinner | |
| 1962 | Academy Award for Best Actor Judgment at Nuremberg | |
| 1961 | Academy Award for Best Actor Inherit the Wind | |
| 1959 | Academy Award for Best Actor The Old Man and the Sea | |
| 1956 | Academy Award for Best Actor Bad Day at Black Rock | |
| 1955 | Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Actor Bad Day at Black Rock | |
| 1953 | Golden Globe Award for Best Actor β Motion Picture Drama The Actress | |
| 1951 | Academy Award for Best Actor Father of the Bride | |
| 1939 | Academy Award for Best Actor Boys Town | |
| 1938 | Academy Award for Best Actor Captains Courageous | |
| 1937 | Academy Award for Best Actor San Francisco | |
| - | David di Donatello for Best Foreign Actor | |
| - | star on Hollywood Walk of Fame |
| Year | Award |
|---|---|
| 1969 | BAFTA Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role Guess Who's Coming to Dinner |
| 1955 | Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Actor Bad Day at Black Rock |
| 1953 | Golden Globe Award for Best Actor β Motion Picture Drama The Actress |
| 1939 | Academy Award for Best Actor Boys Town |
| 1938 | Academy Award for Best Actor Captains Courageous |
| - | David di Donatello for Best Foreign Actor |
| - | star on Hollywood Walk of Fame |
| Year | Award |
|---|---|
| 1968 | Academy Award for Best Actor Guess Who's Coming to Dinner |
| 1962 | Academy Award for Best Actor Judgment at Nuremberg |
| 1961 | Academy Award for Best Actor Inherit the Wind |
| 1959 | Academy Award for Best Actor The Old Man and the Sea |
| 1956 | Academy Award for Best Actor Bad Day at Black Rock |
| 1951 | Academy Award for Best Actor Father of the Bride |
| 1937 | Academy Award for Best Actor San Francisco |
| Year | Festival | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | BAFTA | Best Leading Actor | Guess Who's Coming to Dinner | Winner |
| 1968 | Oscars | Best Actor | Guess Who's Coming to Dinner | Nominated |
| 1962 | Oscars | Best Actor | Judgment at Nuremberg | Nominated |
| 1961 | Oscars | Best Actor | Inherit the Wind | Nominated |
| 1959 | Oscars | Best Actor | The Old Man and the Sea | Nominated |
| 1956 | Oscars | Best Actor | Bad Day at Black Rock | Nominated |
| 1955 | Cannes | Best Actor | Bad Day at Black Rock | Winner |
| 1953 | Golden Globes | Best Actor - Drama | The Actress | Winner |
| 1951 | Oscars | Best Actor | Father of the Bride | Nominated |
| 1939 | Oscars | Best Actor | Boys Town | Winner |
| 1938 | Oscars | Best Actor | Captains Courageous | Winner |
| 1937 | Oscars | Best Actor | San Francisco | Nominated |
| Year | Festival | Award | For |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | BAFTA | Best Leading Actor | Guess Who's Coming to Dinner |
| 1955 | Cannes | Best Actor | Bad Day at Black Rock |
| 1953 | Golden Globes | Best Actor - Drama | The Actress |
| 1939 | Oscars | Best Actor | Boys Town |
| 1938 | Oscars | Best Actor | Captains Courageous |
| Year | Festival | Award | For |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1968 | Oscars | Best Actor | Guess Who's Coming to Dinner |
| 1962 | Oscars | Best Actor | Judgment at Nuremberg |
| 1961 | Oscars | Best Actor | Inherit the Wind |
| 1959 | Oscars | Best Actor | The Old Man and the Sea |
| 1956 | Oscars | Best Actor | Bad Day at Black Rock |
| 1951 | Oscars | Best Actor | Father of the Bride |
| 1937 | Oscars | Best Actor | San Francisco |
Award details source: Wikidata
About Spencer Tracy
Spencer Tracy was born on 5 April 1900 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA. Spencer Tracy passed away on 10 June 1967 at the age of 67. Winner of Oscar. We have 10 films with Spencer Tracy available. Among Spencer Tracy's most popular films: Judgment at Nuremberg, It's a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World, How the West Was Won, Guess Who's Coming to Dinner, Inherit the Wind.
Best Known Films of Spencer Tracy
Career Statistics - Spencer Tracy
10
Total Credits
32
Years Active
1936 - 1967
7.6
Avg. Movie Rating
1.6
Popularity Score
Role Breakdown
Actor
10 films
Top Genres
Drama (7)
Romance (4)
Comedy (3)
Adventure (2)
Crime (1)
Frequent Co-Stars of Spencer Tracy
Best Movies with Spencer Tracy
A curated selection of their most acclaimed roles.
Spencer Tracy has 10 films released between 1936 and 1967.
