Karl Malden, one of Hollywood's strongest and most versatile supporting actors, who won an Oscar playing his Broadway-originated role as Mitch in "A Streetcar Named Desire," died today. He was 97.
I'll have a career recap up shortly in the memorial thread.
He was the earliest male competitive acting live still alive (that distinction now moves to Ernest Borgnine; no other winners from before 1961 remain with us).
Three earlier female winners (5 Oscars among them) still survive - Rainer, Fontaine and De Havilland. Rainer turns 100 next January.
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Interesting thing about the women is the fact that Rainer became the 1st to win two best actress oscars (Bette Davis would also win her second the year immediately following Rainer's 2nd win) and that Fontaine & De Havilland (aos a double best actress winner) are sisters. By the way, happy birthday to Olivia, who is 93 years young today!
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Rest in peace Mr. Malden as what you gave us here will live on forever!
2010 Oscars FYC:
Lead Actor - Joseph Gordon-Levitt, (500) Days of Summer Lead Actress - Meryl Streep, Julie & Julia Supporting Actor - Christoph Waltz, Inglourious Basterds Supporting Actress - Mo'Nique, Precious: Based on the Novel "Push" by Sapphire Original Screenplay - Scott Neustadter & Michael H. Weber, (500) Days of Summer
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And so it continues. RIP to a legend with true longevity. You'll be missed.
Congratulations, Primetime Emmy Winners!
Comedy Series: 30 ROCK Drama Series: MAD MEN Lead Actor in a Comedy Series: Alec Baldwin, 30 ROCK Lead Actress in a Comedy Series: Toni Collette, UNITED STATES OF TARA Lead Actor in a Drama Series: Bryan Cranston, BREAKING BAD Lead Actress in a Drama Series: Glenn Close, DAMAGES Guest Actress in a Comedy Series: Tina Fey, SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE Guest Actress in a Drama Series: Ellen Burstyn, LAW & ORDER: SPECIAL VICTIMS UNIT
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He was a Hollywood legend for his acting on the big screen and on television. Though, not a looker-his acting skills were remarkable. I loved him in " Streetcar" RIP Karl . You lived on long life.
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Karl Malden was a great actor. An amazing supporting player. His enormous talent made everyone around him act better.
For Your Oscar Consideration: Charlotte Gainsbourg, "Antichrist" - Best Actress in a Leading Role Sharlto Copley, "District 9" - Best Actor in a Leading Role Christoph Waltz, "Inglourious Basterds" - Best Actor in a Supporting Role
"Inglourious Basterds" - Best Picture, Best Director, Best Cinematography, Best Editing, Best Original Screenplay, Best Costume Design, Best Art Direction "District 9" - Best Editing, Best Visual Effects "God Bless Us Everyone", A Christmas Carol - Best Original Song
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Originally posted by puxzkkx: His nose was very sexy, it will be missed RIP
It's wrong of me but the first things that popped into my mind was how Fametracker would predict who would win the Oscar based on five Karl Malden clones, and a clip of Family Guy, I saw where Karl Malden sucks up a lot of cocaine with his whole face being replaced by his nose.
It's too bad that he and Owen Wilson were never in a movie together because of their memorable sexy noses.
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Interesting thing about the women is the fact that Rainer became the 1st to win two best actress oscars (Bette Davis would also win her second the year immediately following Rainer's 2nd win) and that Fontaine & De Havilland (aos a double best actress winner) are sisters. By the way, happy birthday to Olivia, who is 93 years young today!
I have a feeling De Havilland and Fontaine are going to be like Thomas Jefferson and John Adams in trying to will themselves to live longer than the other person.
I just want to say RIP Karl Malden it's so sad because now all 4 main characters of one of my Favorite movies A Stretcar Named Desire is dead. it's so sad to see someone go. He now is not the oldest supporting actor living anymore.
FYC: Oscars 2010 Best Picture: Nine Best Director: Rob Marshall, Nine Best Actor: Jeff Bridges, Crazy Heart Best Actress: Meryl Streep, Julie & Julia Best Supporting Actor: Stanley Tucci, The Lovely Bones Best Supporting Actress: Mo'Nique, Precious: Based on the novel "Push" by Sapphire
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Originally posted by Mrs. Daryl I have a feeling De Havilland and Fontaine are going to be like Thomas Jefferson and John Adams in trying to will themselves to live longer than the other person.
Lol!
"Notorious was nice, but it’s not in the color purple range" "Angels and Demons may get nominated for cinematography the imagery was profound" "District Nine will definitely win for best foreign film it made money and everyone loved it" ~ 8movies
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