Born in 1905 in Niagara Falls, New York, he was a prominent American actor known for his sophisticated roles in classic Hollywood films. He gained fame in the 1930s, notably starring in "Mutiny on the Bounty" (1935), which earned him an Academy Award nomination. With a career spanning several decades, he appeared in both film and television. He was also active in theater and was a founding member of the Group Theatre. Married multiple times, he had a turbulent personal life. He passed away in 1968.