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Gig Young
Acting
92 known credits
1.3 popularity score 64 years
Biography
About Gig Young
Gig Young (born Byron Elsworth Barr; November 4, 1913 – October 19, 1978) was an American actor. He was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performances in Come Fill the Cup (1952) and Teacher's Pet (1959), before winning for They Shoot Horses, Don't They? (1969).
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Career at a glance
Gig Young across film and television
92credited titles
71movie credits
21TV credits
1940–2024screen career span
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Awards received
Academy Award for Best Supporting ActorFor They Shoot Horses, Don't They?
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