Biography

Gig Young (born Byron Elsworth Barr; November 4, 1913 – October 19, 1978) was an American actor. He was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performances in Come Fill the Cup (1952) and Teacher's Pet (1959), before winning for They Shoot Horses, Don't They? (1969).

Known For

Rear Window

Jeff's Editor (voice) (uncredited)

Game of Death

Jim Marshall

They Shoot Horses, Don't They?

Rocky Gravo

Bring Me the Head of Alfredo Garcia

Quill

Sergeant York

Marching Soldier (uncredited)

They Died with Their Boots On

Lt. Roberts (uncredited)

That Touch of Mink

Roger

The Three Musketeers

Porthos