Humphrey Bogart
Humphrey Bogart: A Hollywood Legend
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Full Name and Common Aliases
Humphrey DeForest Bogart was born on December 25, 1899, in New York City. His family commonly referred to him as "Bogie" due to his initials.
Birth and Death Dates
Born: December 25, 1899
Died: January 14, 1957 (age 57)
Nationality and Profession(s)
Nationality: American
Profession: Actor, director, producer
Early Life and Background
Humphrey Bogart was the son of Maud Humphrey, a painter, and Belmont DeForest Bogart, a surgeon. He grew up in New York City's Upper East Side. After attending Trinity School, Bogart attended Phillips Academy in Andover, Massachusetts. In 1918, he enlisted in the United States Navy to serve during World War I.
In 1920, Bogart began his career as an actor on stage and radio. He made his Broadway debut in 1922 with a production of "The Captains' Christmas". By the mid-1930s, Bogart had transitioned to film, making appearances in over 60 movies throughout his life.
Major Accomplishments
Bogart's most notable roles include:
Casablanca (1942): His iconic portrayal of Rick Blaine cemented his status as a Hollywood legend.
The Maltese Falcon (1941): Bogart's performance as private investigator Sam Spade earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor.
The African Queen (1951): He won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his role as Charlie Allnut.Notable Works or Actions
Some of Bogart's most notable works include:
Dark Passage (1947)
Key Largo (1948)
The Big Sleep (1946)
Bogart was also known for his support of the American Theatre Wing during World War II and his involvement in various anti-Nazi organizations.
Impact and Legacy
Humphrey Bogart's impact on cinema is undeniable. He brought depth and complexity to his characters, often playing tough, yet vulnerable, roles. His on-screen presence continues to captivate audiences worldwide.
Bogart's personal life was also marked by a tumultuous marriage to actress Lauren Bacall. The couple met on the set of To Have and Have Not (1944) and married in 1945. Their relationship has been immortalized in several films, including The Big Sleep (1946).
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
Bogart's quotes are often cited due to their insight into his characters' motivations and emotional depth. Some of his most famous lines include:
"Of all the gin joints in all the towns in all the world, she walks into mine."
(Casablanca)
"Here's looking at you, kid."
(Casablanca)
Bogart's iconic status has been cemented through his memorable performances and enduring legacy as a Hollywood legend.
Quotes by Humphrey Bogart
There never seems to be any trouble brewing around a bar until a woman puts that high heel over the brass rail. Don’t ask me why, but somehow women at bars seem to create trouble among men.
I don’t hurt the industry. The industry hurts itself, by making so many lousy movies – as if General Motors deliberately put out a bad car.
On the House Un-American Activities Committee: They’ll nail anyone who ever scratched his ass during the National Anthem.
I hate funerals. They aren’t for the guy who’s dead. They’re for the guys who are left alive and enjoy mourning.
If a face like Ingrid Bergman’s looks at you as though you’re adorable, everybody does. You don’t have to act very much.
Unless you really understand the water, and understand the reason for being on it, and understand the love of sailing and the feeling of quietness and solitude, you don’t really belong on a boat anyway. I think Hemingway said one time that the sea is the last free place on earth.
