Send us an email and we'll get back to you, asap. I agree with your Mother and my Mother.If you have nothing nice to saydon't say anything at all! He was one of the handsomest men on the screen, be it black and white and color. Nice guy, down to earth. It is hard to believe that William Holden has been dead now for 30 years. Tremendously talented.and tortured. Holden worked for many years as a deep-cover CIA operative.Yes Tracy Jo you are correct! I think he played these parts so well because he understood those characters. Forgive him for his faults and thank him for all he has given us. Are you an expert on a movie? Anyone can read what you share. . It was Same Time Next Year. Capucine - Wikipedia Masterson - gunfighter, gambler, and . Tell me about O'Fallon IL born William Holden's life, death His range was incredible, he could play the rugged "Real Man" in the River Kwai, keeping up with the rugged Jack Hawkins or the caring sensitive guy in a sappy romance, The World of Susie Wong and Love is a Many Splendored Thing. Ava, Hedy, Grace and others. Also fantastic movie never mentioned here "Earthling" probably 1981. http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0080671/?ref_=nv_sr_2 link to info about above movie. Breaks my heart. Follow, Classic Movie Reviews and world-famous short summaries Yes, the part that established him as a Hollywood powerhouse was the wholesome young prizefighter who just wants to be a violinist in Golden Boy. Although Holden was clearly one of Hollywood's most popular leading men in films that were the top money grossers of their day, and was considered the top box office draw in 1956, he also became an unwitting victim of the studio system. The true measure of a great actor is to see them make middling material shine. Is he confident when he holds her in his arms or is he uncomfortable, tentative and uncertain about holding her? The coroner's report indicated that William Holden had died as a result of an accidental fall contributed to by a blood alcohol level of .22. WILLIAM HOLDEN'S SANTA MONICA PENTHOUSE by Kaya Morgan Selected by Esquire magazine in 1995 as one of the "100 Sexiest Stars" in film history, and nicknamed Hollywood's Golden Boy, William Holden illuminated the silver screen in 70 films for more than three decades. I am a hobbyist and not a professional film reviewer. Try again. Author - https://t.co/B4YpcyjjC4 Career William Holden's career began with an uncredited role in the movies, "Prison Farm" and "Million Dollar Legs" in 1939. Bill will never die. IVE SEEN EVERYTHING HE MADE,HIS LOVE SCENE WITH NANCY OLSON IN FORCE OF ARMS ABSOLUTELY TERRIFIC,HIS STYLE,HIS WALK,TALK,AND GOOG LOOKS, ITS A SIN HE DIED.AT 63.IM 87 AND STILL WANT TO LIVE IN SPITE OF MY PAIN.AT LEAST DUKE LASTED TILL THE SEVENTIES,PALADIN MADE IT TO 63 ALSO,ANOTHER SHAME,THE LADDER TO SUCCESS DOES NOT TAKE YOU IN THE DIRECTION U ALWAYS WANT TO GO.MITCHUM MADE IT TO ALMOST 80.LANCASTER 81. Bill and Stef had been in a relationship for 9 years by this point. They starred in the films The Lion (1962) and The 7th Dawn (1964). I have been reading any books and articles I can get on Bill Holden and almost have the feeling that when he slipped and fell he did not want to call for help. The family moved to California when he was very young, and he attended public schools in Monrovia and Pasadena. ''For me, acting is not an all-consuming thing, except for the moment when I am actually doing it. I have almost all his movies including S.O.B. The 63-year-old actor bled to death Nov. 16 after slipping on a throw rug in his beachfront apartment and striking his head on a table. Despite the fame and winning an Academy Award in 1954, William Holden faced a lifelong battle with drinking and alcoholism. And before you go, take a moment to show us a little love by giving this video a like and by subscribing to our channel if you havent already. He was 63. We both had a crush on him. Mr. Holden, 63 years old, was found dead at the apartment Monday morning by the building manager. It would seem that his one weakness was always the bottle. I very rarely go to a movie now a days.I used to go every week.There is too much foul language and violence today and the crude use of words turns me right off a movie.The only two actors I like from today`s actors are Colin Firth and Greg Kinnear ,the rest leave me cold.I recently saw "Scully",a great movie with Tom Hanks and Bridget Jones baby, a fun film but also had language that did not need to be said.Luckily i have a lot of videos and DVD`s so watch the great old movies of yesteryear.I have all of William Holden`s and also a book on his films.As i stated in September of 2015 it was a real thrill to visit Paramount Studios and feel where Bill Holden had been and my dream is to get back there one day.Miracles do happen sometimes. Watched Stalag 17 with my wife and two teenage sons. Based on all the comments in here, he truly was one of the greats. Make sure that the file is a photo. Of the seven full baths, the master suite has a spa bathroom with Jacuzzi, sauna and his and her separate showers. The dance scene with Kim Novak in Picnic.Ahhhhh! Ahead of his time in trying to save animals. The Horse Soldiers, Stalag 17, and Picnic are my favourites. By the 1960s, Holdens drinking had already started to detrimentally affect his physical appearance. Theme images by, WHERE ARE THEY NOW: FORGOTTEN CHILD STARS, HOLLYWOOD LOVE: DINAH SHORE AND BURT REYNOLDS, Latest TCM Classic Film Festival Announcements, Danny G's SPECIAL Dino-Amore Month Sunday Serenade with Dino: "Senza Fine", The Classic Film Collective: 7 Amazing Facts from Sidney Poitiers Memoir The Measure of a Man. Every time he would say he'd never have another drink. He was a serial adulterer and not a devoted family man. Interview with Stephanie Powers in-between. Please complete the captcha to let us know you are a real person. You are only allowed to leave one flower per day for any given memorial. He had such a natural way of presenting himself, that even in the company of the other co-stars like Borgnine, Robert Ryan, Warren Oates, and Ben Johnson he still appeared to be the one you turned your focus on. There isn't a Holden film that I won't watch, but I feel his career went downhill after the 50's, probably due to the booze. Perhaps that's why I generally stay away from his 70's films. I was one of the people present when Holden was killed, I was with a blond women who was one of his beards, William was gay and the women were used to hide his gay life from the public. He. He gained another critical success with "Picnic" in 1955, "The Bridge on the River Kwai" in 1957 and in the Civil War epic "The Horse Soldiers" in 1959. Join Facts Verse to learn more about the Inside William Holdens Frightening Final Moments. Add to that a life-long cigarette habit and you have the lizard appearance he had late in life. He and his "girlfriend," Stefanie Powers were not actually together at that point. In 2001, a major renovation was undertaken with the goal of expanding on the work that Jones didn't have the funds or materials to complete complimenting the avant-garde design yet working within the constraints of the building. During the investigation of Natalie Wood's last days, I have uncovered new evidence that implicates Stephanie Powers' significant involvement in the hollywood legend's demise. What he saw when he walked through that door most certainly stuck with him for the rest of his life. We danced to that song in Picnic and then I saw the movie with Holden and Novak and it amplified those same feelings for the first time in my life. Your insatiable curiosity of different peoples, cultures and countries led your around the world. Loose lips sink ships, and it wil alsol get you killed." Todays movie is As the best man at Ronald Reagan's wedding, his star power never dimmed. From what, no one really knows. They certainly do not make films like that anymore. William Holden himself lived on the buildings fourth floor at unit number 43. The actor was best man at the 1952 wedding of President and Mrs. Reagan and remained friends with them over the years. He was one of the best ever to do films. Anne January 23, 2015 4:30 PMCathy, if you want to find out everything about Bill Holden try to find the book 'Golden Boy' The Untold Story of Bill Holden, by Bob Thomas. Holden actually served during World War II, although he never saw action. I have just discovered William Holden and I can't get enough of his beautiful soul that comes through in his acting roles. This memorial has been copied to your clipboard. His disappearing acts became more and more frequent towards the end of his life. Sunset Blvd. That's the true story. The next step after this would be intoxication with DT' s and constant blackouts. He acted in several radio plays in college and in 1939 a talent scout got him a small part in the movie Million Dollar Legs. At that point he changed his name to Holden, reportedly taking the name of a Los Angeles Times editor with the hope the papers critics would not pan his first movie performance too severely. For more information, contact 310.395.4648 or go to www.oceanaire.com. After his discharge, there was a 17-month hiatus when he had no parts, but he then appeared in 13 movies in three years. The 8,874 square feet of living space includes five bedrooms two are master suites, one with a sitting room. His marriage was not a happy one. Thanks for writing. Perhaps he and Powers were not on good terms or perhaps she was traveling for work or perhaps it is normal in their relationship to go so many days without contact. My understanding is that he could not have children. WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 (UPI) -President Reagan expressed shock today over the death of Mr. Holden, who was the best man at his wedding to Nancy Davis. No one else drinks to that point. Mr. Holden, thanks for the memory. We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. His father William Franklin Beedle St was an industrial chemist and his mother, Mary Blanche Ball was an educator. Coroner Terms Death Of Holden an Accident - The New York Times His first role was an unaccredited appearance 1938's "Prison Farm" but he became a star almost effortlessly by virtue of his starring role in 1939's "Golden Boy." Although by that time he no longer had the youthful veneer of a handsome young leading man like he used to. I believe Barbara Stanwyck adored himI remember her accepting an award for him and calling him her golden boy. You are correct Tracy Jo! The Los Angeles Coroner said today that the death of the actor William Holden sometime last week was probably accidental, the result of a fall. Bill played the early anti-heroes, the guy who only looked out for number one, the selfish, lazy, opportunist. On Monday November 16, 1981, the building manager, Bill Martin, let curiosity get the best of him. I Love William Holden. Says something about him! On April 17, 1918, William Franklin Beedle Jr of OFallon, Illinois came into the world. Bill Holden will always have a special corner of my heart so much so, that I look forward to seeing him on the other side. Even neighbors of many years only received a quick nod from the elusive actor. If you write screenplays that are Westerns, period pieces, serious drama--you will never get hired. No need to make any drugs illegal when people learn what they have to offer them. The coroner, Dr. Thomas Noguchi, said, ''The death was caused by an accidental fall involving tripping over or slipping on a throw rug, then falling into the sharp edge of a bedside table.'' There is even a picture of them in the Reagan Library. Simple theme. He brought so much to every picture he appeared in. He was a chronic alcoholic so I'm afraid you are incorrect as he drank very heavily right through his life. By the 1950s, he was starring in hit after hit like: Sunset Boulevard (1950), The Country Girl (1954), Picnic (1955), and The Bridge on the River Kwai (1957) to name a few. I'll always be a fan - but a fan of a deeply flawed human being who gave a lot of pleasure to strangers but a lot of pain to those he was supposed to be nurturing and caring for. There aren't any "movie stars" left. What person in their right mind would go back for more of that. Dr. Noguchi said there were no other injuries or indications of foul play at this time. It was just a dance omg ..I think the pictures today with over the top sex scenes just don't get it. To me, this is one of his greatest roles and one of the greatest movies of all time. Edit a memorial you manage or suggest changes to the memorial manager. Finally, Bill realized there was no way out. But before we dive into his early years and accomplishments, take a moment to show us a little support by giving this video a like and subscribing to our channel if you havent already. Maybe because I long to find "my" William Holden. This reminds me of the cartoon I saw many years ago. The late actor William Holden left $250,000 to his - UPI Can you imagine the guilt she has carried for the last 35 years? He was handsome, but he looked almost too pretty in that movie, said Times movie critic Sheila Benson. You were so lucky to have met William Holden in person - I have dreamed about this. He has that charm, that authenticity, which so few actors have, where they can play whatever the part is called for: Cary Grant, Robert Mitchum, some of Bogart's films, Bing Crosby in several earlier roles, as well as some of the later actors closer to my generation: Jeff Bridges, Paul Newman, Michael Douglas in some earlier films, Richard Gere, and a few others can play the soldier, the hero, the crusader, the reporter, the villain, the jaded coworkerall of them so convincingly. The Tragic 1981 Death Of Sunset Boulevard Star William Holden I have yet to find a truly complete biography of him.He drank and smoked a lot because that is what men did at that time. By the mid-1960s, the quality of his roles and films had noticeably diminished, although he would have an occasional gem such asParis When It Sizzles (1964). If she was so close to him, as reported then where was she the 4 days he was lying there dead. An alcoholic drinks because he/she is an alcoholic. An avid traveler, he became a managing partner in an animal preserve country club in Kenya where he began to spend much of his time. Learn about how to make the most of a memorial. Please enter your email and password to sign in. Thanks for using Find a Grave, if you have any feedback we would love to hear from you. At junior college he took a course in radio drama, and made his first stage appearance at the Playhouse Theater. In recent years, Mr. Holden's frequent companion was the actress Stefanie Powers. Holden married actress Brenda Marshall in 1941. Cathy, I hope this helps a little bit to give you an idea what Bill Holden was like. Are you sure that you want to remove this flower? The resemblance between WH and Tom Hanks is uncanny when WH was much younger. (1981), was more successful and a Golden Globe-nominated picture. The Tragic 1981 Death Of Sunset Boulevard Star William Holden Grunge 2.14M subscribers Subscribe 486 18K views 3 weeks ago #Actor #Hollywood #SunsetBoulevard While Actor William Holden. The will ordered that most of his estate be shared among. Holden was born William Franklin Beedle Jr. on April 17, 1918, in OFallon, Ill. His father, a chemist, moved his family to Pasadena when William Jr. was very young. Drinking and his smooth nature left a great legacy. You may not upload any more photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 20 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 5 photos to this memorial, This photo was not uploaded because this memorial already has 30 photos, This photo was not uploaded because you have already uploaded 15 photos to this memorial. His death was ignominious and far too soon (And The Earthling was his last released film) but I doubt if he would have hated it. Facts Verse They really should have been together, neither Bill nor Audrey were happy the rest of their lives. He was actually a very shy man which is hard to believe. I got to Santa Monica and LA in December 2014,my lifetime dream, and did a tour of Paramount studios and saw the office where Joe Gillis stood in Sunset Boulevard.I was going to walk along Ocean Ave to Alta St but became ill on the day I had planned to go.I went to the Pasadena Rose Parade and a man standing behind me said"here comes my home town,O`Fallon Illinois and I said that is where William Holden was born.He looked at me and I told him Bill`s real name and date of birth and he at first did not believe me.I told him to Google him and when he saw the results he said to me "What a fan "I even found the Pasadena Playhouse where Bill first performed.That was also a thrill.At my age i have virtually fulfilled my dreams ,now just to meet Doris Day.I missed her when I got to Carmel.They do not make movie stars like Bill and Doris anymore.It was worth my long trip from Australia. I think this resulted in great on screen chemistry. Breezy was a bit cheezy (tee hee) but I don't think any other older actor could have pulled off the role of Frank Harmon the way he did. He had so many productive years ahead of him. This also probably fueled his drinking. His body of film work still attracts the public. (1950), for which Holden earned his first Best Actor Oscar nomination. The truth is that while he was a good actor, he also was a miserable drunk. Where The Great Actor William Holden Died Alone - YouTube Along with about anything that has Holden in it. It was a shock to see just how old he really looked, 15 years beyond his actual age would be my guess. What most people don't understand and addicts try to fool themselves about drugs like speed and cocaine, is they actually make a person feel incredibly depressed up to several weeks. He tried other roles to avoid forecasting and was somewhat successful. The real tragedy of Holdens life is alcohol dependence. That's why I'd rather watch some old film I have never seen instead of watching a new film.William Holden has to be mention in the top five of greatest leading men. In 1953, he was cast in "Stalag 17" for which he won the Academy Award for Best Actor. It would seem that Holden was attempting to dress himself when he either loss consciousness or tripped and ultimately passed away after sustaining major head trauma. What more could you ask for? While Robert Urich was famous for doing battle with tough foes on the screen. He then beat the odds by landing a starring role in Golden Boy, the film that made him an instant success. He constantly placed his own need for instant gratification before the needs of his loved ones - right throughout his life. The Tragic 1981 Death Of Sunset Boulevard Star William Holden The assembly line was always running. Holden was/is one of my favourite actors.Nearly met him in late 1979 while working at the bar "Theatre Royal".He walked in on my day off and bought a bottle of Champagne after seeing Deborah Kerr (former costar) in her play "After The Fair".Kerr toured Australia with this production and Holden was in Sydney,Australia to film one of his last motion pictures "The Earthling". Hard to figure out. You were such a great man on and off the screen! Yes! He never made enough time for his two sons and in adulthood their relationship was estranged. Judging from the condition of his body, investigators estimated that he had been dead for approximately 4 days before being found. Great memories! Appearing in films like Picnic in 1955 and The Bridge on the River Kwai in 1957. 4 Strange Celebrity Death Conspiracy Theories - Weird Worm Holdens doctor arrived on the scene and speculated that he might have started vomiting up blood and potentially lacerated the lower portion of his esophagus. He invested in hotels in Africa, where he said he was happiest. Mr. Holden was separated in 1963 from his wife, with whom he had two sons, Peter and Scott; they were later divorced. In 1972, Holden began a nine-year relationship with actress Stefanie Powers, which sparked her interest in animal welfare. I, too agree 100 percent about the dance scene in Picnic. He looked much older. Years ago, as a teenager, I worked at Blockbuster Video (when they were still around), and I was/still am a huge Quentin Tarantino fan. Becoming a Find a Grave member is fast, easy and FREE. Can he lead her on the dance floor or is he hesitant about which direction to go? I always thought when I was growing up that William Holden was the most handsome and gorgeous man I've had ever seen. I found him to be as attractive in his last movie as he was in his first. God bless you, Mr. Holden. See where that gets you. There was one Elvis and only one William Holden. His most recent movie was ''S.O.B.,'' a farce, in which Vincent Canby, reviewing the film in The New York Times, said he was ''especially fine.'' Well, now it is one of my favorites. His acting, his voice, his looks; he had everything. His long-term contract was shared by Columbia and Paramount, being both underpaid and forced into low-budget films unworthy of his exceptional talent. Please check your email and click on the link to activate your account. Regardless of his problems, he was human, just like the rest of us, and he portrayed a warmth seldom seen on film. They are known, and he did often, to go off on drinking binges on their own for days. The movie was released last July. The Life and Tragic Ending of William Holden - YouTube Stefanie Powers 'Would Have Had a Child' with William Holden Inside and The World of Suzie Wong. 'How Good it was to Watch his Movies & be Carried Away in those Days. Facts Verse The price of fame. Holden landed small bit parts in films like Prison Farm in 1938 and Million Dollar Legs in 1939. I can watch them over and over. Holden made more than 50 movies, including The Wild Bunch, Bridge On the River Kwai and Picnic. He also starred in The Blue Knight, a TV movie based on the Joseph Wambaugh novel about a Los Angeles cop. Agree. Coroner Terms Death Of Holden an Accident, https://www.nytimes.com/1981/11/18/us/coroner-terms-death-of-holden-an-accident.html. The police said he had apparently died of natural causes and had been dead for possibly two or three days. I ADORED THE MOVIE. What a fine actor Bill Holden was, so handsome with his chiselled good looks. The penthouse apartment that William Holden was living in when he died. After returning to Hollywood, he alternated between Paramount and Columbia Pictures studio projects before his career was reborn when he was cast in "Sunset Boulevard" (1950) for which he earned an Academy Award for Best Actor nomination. He was a product of the studios,but his fame has transcended those years. I love him. Flowers added to the memorial appear on the bottom of the memorial or here on the Flowers tab. I remember his name, but a little too young to remember anything else. Hmm,can't decide who I like more from this gendre: William Holden or Robert Mitchum. He was just so damn believable. To use this feature, use a newer browser. Just try to stop them. And he was forever in Stanwycks debt for believing in him enough to pull him through that picture. "Sometimes he'd just get in his car and drive," the director told the AP. I agree with those who refer to his looks, in the film Towering Inferno, he played the buildings architect a role that the studio tried to get Steve McQueen to take. I just recently watched Sunset Boulevard and it was just as good as I had heard. As a professor of architecture at the University of Southern California, Jones gained recognition in the postwar era by focusing on the spatial diversity and development of flexible structural systems aimed at the integration of mechanical systems in contrast to the usual static box-style designs of the time. He was a ok. The post The Horse Soldiers (1959) Classic Movie Review 126 appeared first on ClassicMovieRev.com. You obviously know nothing about alcoholics then. But nows the time for you to shine! Save to an Ancestry Tree, a virtual cemetery, your clipboard for pasting or Print. By the end of the decade, Holden had relocated to Geneva, Switzerland. Great Actor.Foul play was the talk in Hollywood at time. It was announced Tuesday that the actor's body would be cremated and his ashes scattered over the Pacific. William Holden, the building on Ocean Avenue A penthouse with ties to William Holden, the late award-winning actor, is being marketed for sale for $15 million. Maybe the hoax wouldve stood the test of time a little better than it has. Why didn't S.Powers do anything when she hadn't heard from him in four days? '', Indeed, there was a seven-year period in the late 1950's and early 60's when Mr. Holden made no movies in Hollywood; he moved abroad to Switzerland, Hong Kong and Kenya.
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