Groucho Marx was an American actor who is best known for Duck Soup, A Night at the Opera, and Animal Crackers.
Personal and Family Life
Groucho Marx was born Julius Henry Marx on October 2, 1890, in New York City. He was part of a large family and had several siblings, including famous comedians Chico, Harpo, Zeppo, and Gummo Marx. Groucho was married three times and had three children: Arthur, Miriam, and Melinda.
Career Highlights
Groucho was renowned for his quick wit and clever humor. He often portrayed characters with humorous names and had a distinctive appearance, featuring a painted-on moustache and cigar. His performances were filled with double entendres, and he became a leading figure in the Marx Brothers comedy team.
Death and Legacy
Groucho Marx passed away on August 19, 1977, in Los Angeles due to pneumonia. He left a lasting legacy in the world of comedy and is remembered as one of the greatest comic figures in film history. His influence can still be seen in the comedic styles of many actors today.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Duck Soup | 1933-11-12 | Rufus T. Firefly |
| The Cocoanuts | 1929-05-23 | Hammer |
| Go West | 1940-12-06 | S. Quentin Quale |
| A Day at the Races | 1937-06-11 | Dr. Hugo Z. Hackenbush |
| The Big Store | 1941-06-20 | Wolf J. Flywheel |
| Love Happy | 1949-10-12 | Sam Grunion |
| A Night in Casablanca | 1946-05-10 | Ronald Kornblow |
| Animal Crackers | 1930-08-08 | Captain Jeffrey T. Spaulding |
| Monkey Business | 1931-09-19 | Groucho |
| Horse Feathers | 1932-08-19 | Professor Wagstaff |
| A Night at the Opera | 1935-11-15 | Otis B. Driftwood |
| Room Service | 1938-09-21 | Gordon Miller |
| Copacabana | 1947-05-30 | Lionel Q. Deveraux |
| Double Dynamite | 1951-12-25 | Emile J. Keck |
| General Electric Theater | 1953-02-01 | Suspect in a Police Lineup (uncredited) |
| You Bet Your Life | 1950-10-05 | Self – Host |
| What’s My Line? | 1950-02-02 | Self – Panelist |
| The Dick Cavett Show | 1968-06-06 | Self – Guest |
| I’ve Got a Secret | 1954-10-12 | Self – Guest |