Glenn Anders was an American actor, best known for his roles in “The Lady from Shanghai,” “Nothing But the Truth,” and “Nancy Goes to Rio.” He had a notable career in theater and film, leaving a lasting impact on both.
Personal and Family Life
Glenn Anders was born on September 1, 1889, in Los Angeles, California. He studied at the Wallace dramatic school and started performing in vaudeville before moving to New York in 1919. He attended Columbia University during that period before making his Broadway debut in the same year.
Career
Anders had a long and respected career on stage, appearing in three Pulitzer Prize-winning plays. While most of his work was in theater, he also transitioned to film, featuring in about eight movies from 1925 to 1951. His most notable role was as George Grisby in “The Lady from Shanghai” in 1948.
Death and Legacy
Glenn Anders passed away on October 26, 1981, in Englewood, New Jersey, at the age of 92. After retiring, he lived in Mexico for several years before settling at the Actor’s Fund Home in the U.S. His contributions to both stage and film continue to be remembered.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Lady from Shanghai | 1947-12-24 | George Grisby |
| Nothing But the Truth | 1941-10-10 | Dick Donnelly |
| Nancy Goes to Rio | 1950-03-10 | Arthur Barrett |
| Laughter | 1930-09-24 | Ralph Le Sainte |
| By Your Leave | 1934-11-09 | Freddie Wilkins |
| Tarzan’s Peril | 1951-03-13 | Andrews |
| Sally of the Sawdust | 1925-08-01 | Leon – the Acrobat (as Glen Anders) |
| Behave Yourself! | 1951-09-22 | Pete the Pusher |
| M | 1951-03-01 | Riggert |