Versatile, diminutive, Welsh-born actor and playwright, most typically cast as put-upon working-class heroes and loyal pals. Among the Williams plays which were adapted to film were "Night Must Fall" and "The Corn Is Green". He began in films in the early 1930s and made his last appearance in 1970's "The Walking Stick".
- Also Credited As:
George Emlyn Williams
- Born:
November 26, 1905 in Mostyn, Wales, United Kingdom
- Died:
September 25, 1987.
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Job Titles:
Actor, Playwright, Author, Director, Screenwriter
Family
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Father: Richard Williams.
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Mother: Mary Williams.
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Son: Emlyn Williams.
Milestones
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1925 First produced play Vigil
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1927 Stage acting debut in London, And So To Bed ; reprised role in NYC stage debut later that year
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1932 Film acting debut in The Case of the Frightened Lady/Criminal at Large
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1948 Film directing debut, The Last Days of Dolwyn