Harold Russell

Biography

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Harold Russell (January 14, 1914 – January 29, 2002) was a Canadian-American World War II veteran who became one of only two non-professional actors to win an Academy Award for acting (the other being Haing S. Ngor). Russell also holds the unique honor of receiving two Academy Awards for the same role. Russell also has the distinction of being the only performer to sell his award Oscar at auction.

Known For

The Best Years of Our Lives

as Homer Parrish

China Beach

Inside Moves

as Wings

Trapper John, M.D.

The Ed Sullivan Show

as Self

Dogtown

as Blessed William

The American Film Institute Salute to ...

as Self

Diary of a Sergeant

as Himself (uncredited)

Marriage Counseling

as Peter