Cary Grant Biography
Cary Grant born as Archibald Alexander Leach is an English-born American actor, known as one of classic Hollywood’s definitive leading men. He was known for his transatlantic accent, debonair demeanor, light-hearted approach to acting, and sense of comic timing. Grant was born in Horfield, Bristol.
Archibald Alec Leach is an American entertainer (Actor). He was born in Horfield, Bristol, England. He worked as contract actor at Paramount Pictures.
Quick Facts
- Full Name: Archibald Alec Leach
- Popular As: Cary Grant
- Gender: Male
- Age: 122 years old
- Date of Birth: January 18, 1904
- Place of Birth: Horfield, Bristol, England
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Entertainer
- Known For: Contract Actor at Paramount Pictures
- Height: 6 ft 1 in
Age
Archibald Alec Leach is 122 years old (Estimated). He was born in 1904 (exact date of birth not publicly disclosed).
Height
Archibald Alec Leach stands at a height of 6 ft 1 in.
Weight
Weight information has not been publicly disclosed.
Education
He attended institutions including Bishop Road Primary School and Fairfield Grammar School.
- Education 1
- Institution Name: Bishop Road Primary School
- Qualification: Primary Education
- Education 2
- Institution Name: Fairfield Grammar School
- Qualification: Scholarship Student
- Period: 1915-1918
Career & Work
He has worked as Contract Actor at Paramount Pictures. He has also been associated with Bob Pender Stage Troupe.
- Contract Actor at Paramount Pictures
- Period: 1932-1935
- Location: Hollywood, CA
- Details: Debut in 'This Is the Night' (1932) and rose to prominence in 'She Done Him Wrong'.
- Acrobat & Vaudevillian at Bob Pender Stage Troupe
- Period: 1918-1922
- Location: UK & USA
- Details: Toured as a stilt-walker and acrobat, moving to the US in 1920.
- Board of Directors at Faberge
- Period: 1966-1986
- Location: USA
- Details: Served as an executive for the cosmetics firm after retiring from acting.
Rise to Fame
- Gained initial major attention starring opposite Mae West in 'She Done Him Wrong'. (1933)
- Established his 'screwball comedy' persona in the classic 'The Awful Truth'. (1937)
- Cemented status as a top-tier leading man in the iconic 'The Philadelphia Story'. (1940)
Notable Works
- Notable works information has not been widely documented.
Salary
Archibald Alec Leach receives an estimated annual salary ranging between $45K – $188K. This estimate is based on typical earnings for a Entertainer in their country and may vary depending on seniority, employer, and deals.
Net Worth
Archibald Alec Leach’s net worth is estimated to be between $375K – $3.8M. This includes assets, earnings, and accumulated income, with the primary source of income being Employment.
Family & Relationships
Archibald Alec Leach is married to Barbara Harris (m. 1981–1986); Dyan Cannon (m. 1965–1968); Betsy Drake (m. 1949–1962); Barbara Hutton (m. 1942–1945); Virginia Cherrill (m. 1934–1935). He has 1 child, including Jennifer Grant. He has 1 sibling, including John William Elias Leach (Deceased brother).
- Father: Elias James Leach
- Mother: Elsie Maria Kingdon
- Siblings:
- John William Elias Leach (Deceased brother)
- Children:
- Jennifer Grant
Lesser Known Facts
- He believed his mother was dead for 20 years, only discovering she was alive in an institution when he was 31.
- Ian Fleming reportedly modeled the character of James Bond after Grant's suave on-screen persona.
- Before Hollywood, he worked as a stilt-walker at New York's Coney Island to earn a living.
- He was famously the only actor Alfred Hitchcock ever claimed to have truly loved working with.
Facts
Personal Information
- Full Name: Archibald Alec Leach
- Popular As: Cary Grant
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Entertainer
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Deceased
- Ethnicity: White
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: January 18, 1904
- Age: 122
- Birthday: January 18
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
- Place of Birth: Horfield, Bristol, England
Measurements
- Height: 6 ft 1 in
- Weight: Not publicly disclosed
- Eye Color: Brown
- Hair Color: Brown
Family & Relationships
- Father: Elias James Leach
- Mother: Elsie Maria Kingdon
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Barbara Harris (m. 1981–1986); Dyan Cannon (m. 1965–1968); Betsy Drake (m. 1949–1962); Barbara Hutton (m. 1942–1945); Virginia Cherrill (m. 1934–1935)
Net Worth & Income
- Primary Income Country: Not publicly disclosed
- Salary: $45K – $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K – $3.8M
- Source of Income: Employment