The greatest actor of the century, and lucky he was out of … - Edward G. Robinson

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The greatest actor of the century, and lucky he was out of politics before TV. Like William Jennings Bryan, he could never have read from cue cards.

Edward G. Robinson

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Edward G. Robinson (born Emanuel Goldenberg; December 12, 1893 — January 26, 1973) was a Romanian-born American actor. A star of stage and screen during "Hollywood's Golden Age", he appeared in 40 Broadway plays and more than 100 films during a 50-year career. He is best remembered for his tough-guy roles as a gangster, such as his star-making film Little Caesar and Key Largo. TOC

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Birth Name: Emanuel Goldenberg

Alternative Names: Edward Goldenberg Robinson • Edward Robinson

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The greatest actor of the century, and lucky he was out of politics before TV. Like William Jennings Bryan, he could never have read from cue cards. - Edward G. Robinson

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