About
Recipient of The Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award in 1986, he is well remembered for his performance in the very first Academy Award winning film for Best Picture, Wings.
Before Fame
He began to appear in films starting in 1926, occasionally showcasing his skills as a trombonist and overall musician as part of a jazz band in such movies and on radio as well.
Trivia
He made other appearances in films such as My Best Girl, Safety in Numbers, and Let's Make a Night of It.
Family Life
After the death of his first wife, he married Beverly Ricondo.
Associated With
His first wife was legendary silent film actress Mary Pickford.
