Douglas's contributions to cinema earned him critical acclaim and a dedicated following. He continued to act in both film and television until his later years, leaving behind a legacy as a respected figure in the entertainment industry. He passed away on August 4, 1981, leaving a lasting impact on the world of acting and film.
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Melvyn Douglas
Awards & Nominations
Major awards verified (Oscars)
Complete Award Details 3 Major
| Year | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 1980 | Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor Being There | |
| 1971 | Academy Award for Best Actor I Never Sang for My Father | |
| 1964 | Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor Hud | |
| 1968 | Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniser... CBS Playhouse | |
| 1960 | Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play | |
| - | star on Hollywood Walk of Fame |
| Year | Award |
|---|---|
| 1980 | Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor Being There |
| 1964 | Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor Hud |
| 1968 | Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Miniser... CBS Playhouse |
| 1960 | Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play |
| - | star on Hollywood Walk of Fame |
| Year | Award |
|---|---|
| 1971 | Academy Award for Best Actor I Never Sang for My Father |
| Year | Festival | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | Oscars | Best Supporting Actor | Being There | Winner |
| 1971 | Oscars | Best Actor | I Never Sang for My Father | Nominated |
| 1964 | Oscars | Best Supporting Actor | Hud | Winner |
| Year | Festival | Award | For |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980 | Oscars | Best Supporting Actor | Being There |
| 1964 | Oscars | Best Supporting Actor | Hud |
| Year | Festival | Award | For |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1971 | Oscars | Best Actor | I Never Sang for My Father |
About Melvyn Douglas
Melvyn Douglas was born on 5 April 1901 in Macon, Georgia, USA. Melvyn Douglas passed away on 4 August 1981 at the age of 80. Winner of Oscar. We have 9 films with Melvyn Douglas available. Among Melvyn Douglas's most popular films: Hud, The Changeling, Ninotchka, Being There, The Tenant.
Douglas's contributions to cinema earned him critical acclaim and a dedicated following. He continued to act in both film and television until his later years, leaving behind a legacy as a respected figure in the entertainment industry. He passed away on August 4, 1981, leaving a lasting impact on the world of acting and film.
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Melvyn Douglas has 9 films released between 1932 and 1980.