John Barrymore
John Sidney Blyth Barrymore (February 15, 1882 – May 29, 1942) was an acclaimed American actor. He first gained fame as a handsome stage actor in light comedy, then high drama and culminating in groundbreaking portrayals in Shakespearean plays Hamlet and Richard III. His success continued with motion pictures in various genres in both the silent and sound eras. Barrymore's personal life has been the subject of much writing before and since his passing in 1942. Today John Barrymore is mostly known for his roles in movies like Dr. Jekyll & Mr. H…
Known field
Acting
Total Movie Credited
92
Total TV Shows Credited
1
Gender
Male
Place of birth
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
Birthdate
February 15, 1882
Death Date
May 29o 1942
Also known as
John Sidney Blyth
Jack Barrymore
John Sidney Blythe Barrymore