Basil Rathbone, born on 13 June 1892, in Johannesburg, South
Africa, was an English actor most
recognized for his iconic portrayal of Sherlock Holmes in fourteen Hollywood
films made between 1939 and 1946. Rathbone's embodiment of the detective,
complete with deerstalker cap and curved pipe, has had an enduring influence on
perceptions of the character.
Apart from Holmes, Rathbone appeared in over 70
films across his career, displaying his range as a performer. He starred as Sir
Guy of Gisbourne in The Adventures of Robin Hood (1938), and also appeared in
two of Universal's classic monster movies, Son of Frankenstein (1939) and Tower
of London (1939).
On stage, Rathbone was equally accomplished,
earning a Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play for his role in The Heiress on
Broadway in 1949. He also performed in various radio programs, maintaining a
prolific career until his death in 1967.
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