Gene Raymond, born August 13, 1908. I rather enjoyed his performance as Jeff, best friend and law partner of David (our Bob) in Mr. and Mrs. Smith (1941). Loved the southern accent, befitting his role as the ultimate southern gentleman. The scene on the Ferris wheel is just great. And he was one handsome dude, beautiful blond and wavy hair. He fit the role as Mr. Montgomery's competition for Carole Lombard quite well.
Gene Raymond, photo by Clarence S. Bull
Three other Birthday Boy and Girls from this week that need to be mentioned: Norma Shearer was born August 10, 1902 and Lloyd Nolan (the copper in The Lady in the Lake) was born on August 11th, 1902. Only one day separating the two. And Ann Blyth is still among us, born August 16, 1927, making Ann 98 years of age! Way to go, young lady. You'll always be "The Killer" to me.
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