Steven Geray was an American actor best known for his roles in Gilda, The Mask of Dimitrios, and Jesse James Meets Frankenstein’s Daughter. He was a talented character actor who often portrayed gentle, meek individuals of various backgrounds.
Personal and Family Life
Steven Geray was born on November 10, 1904, in Ungvár, which was part of Austria-Hungary at the time. He studied at Budapest University before starting his acting career in 1924 at the Hungarian National Theatre. Geray was married three times and had one child with his last wife, Roanne Ollafay Threet.
Career Highlights
Geray moved to Britain in 1934, where he adapted to the English-speaking environment before making his way to Hollywood in 1941. He became known for playing supporting roles in various films, particularly those involving military or espionage themes. Throughout his career, he appeared in notable films and was a reliable guest actor on television in the later years.
Death and Legacy
Steven Geray passed away on December 26, 1973, in Los Angeles, California. Known for his gentle demeanor and unique charm, his performances left a lasting impression on both film and television audiences. His contributions to the film industry, especially in character roles, have been remembered and celebrated by fans of classic cinema.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Jesse James Meets Frankenstein’s Daughter | 1966-04-09 | Dr. Rudolf Frankenstein |
| Gilda | 1946-04-25 | Uncle Pio |
| Blondie Knows Best | 1946-10-17 | Dr. Schmidt |
| Spellbound | 1945-11-08 | Dr. Graff |
| A Lady Without Passport | 1950-08-03 | Frenchman, Palinov’s Tout |
| Attack | 1956-09-19 | Otto |
| A Bullet for Joey | 1955-04-15 | Raphael Garcia |
| The Conspirators | 1944-10-24 | Dr. Schmitt |
| The Mask of Dimitrios | 1944-06-23 | Karel Bulic |
| The House on Telegraph Hill | 1951-05-12 | Dr. Burkhardt |
| Woman on the Run | 1950-11-10 | Dr. Arnold Hohler |
| So Dark the Night | 1946-10-10 | Henri Cassin |
| New York Confidential | 1955-02-15 | Morris Franklin |
| Cornered | 1945-11-23 | Señor Tomas Camargo |
| Castle in the Desert | 1942-02-02 | Dr. Retling |
| In Society | 1944-08-16 | Count Alexis |
| The Big Sky | 1952-08-19 | “Frenchy” Jourdonnais |
| The Dark Past | 1948-12-22 | Prof. Fred Linder |
| I Love Trouble | 1948-01-15 | Keller |
| Affair in Trinidad | 1952-07-29 | Wittol |
| Phantom of the Opera | 1943-08-12 | Vereheres |
| The Second Woman | 1950-07-07 | Balthazar Jones |
| Tobor the Great | 1954-09-01 | The Foreign Spy-Chief |