Edward G. Robinson was a Romanian-American actor, born in Bucharest in 1893 and died in Los Angeles in 1973. He was one of the most famous and successful character actors of his time, appearing in over 100 films and television shows. Robinson’s career spanned several decades, and he was known for his distinctive voice and portrayal of tough, often criminal, characters. He made his film debut in the silent era, and became a leading man in the 1930s and 1940s, appearing in several classic films such as “Little Caesar” (1931), “Key Largo” (1948), and “Soylent Green” (1973). Robinson was a versatile actor, and was equally at home in drama, comedy, and action roles. He was awarded several honors for his work in film and television, including a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and induction into the American Theater Hall of Fame. He is remembered today as one of the greats of Hollywood’s Golden Age.
