Melvyn Douglas

Melvyn Douglas (born Melvyn Edouard Hesselberg; April 5, 1901 – August 4, 1981) was an American actor. He was known for his role in Ninotchka (1939) with Greta Garbo. He also appeared in Hud (1963) and Being There (1979). He was nominated for an Academy Award for his role in I Never Sang for My Father (1970). 

Douglas was one of 24 actors to win the Triple Crown of Acting. 

In 1931, Douglas married actress-turned-politician Helen Gahagan.

Other websites

 "Melvyn Douglas (1901–1981)"  at the New Georgia Encyclopedia
 Melvyn Douglas Papers  at the Wisconsin Center for Film and Theater Research

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