Robert Preston
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📘 Biography
Robert Preston was an American stage and film actor best known for his charismatic and energetic performances in both musicals and dramatic roles. He began his Hollywood career in the late 1930s and quickly gained a reputation as a reliable and versatile leading man.
Preston is perhaps most famous for originating the role of Professor Harold Hill in the Broadway musical The Music Man (1957), a role he reprised in the 1962 film adaptation. His portrayal remains one of the most iconic in American musical theatre. He won a Tony Award for Best Actor for the role and became closely associated with it throughout his career.
He also starred in films such as Victor/Victoria (1982), earning an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor. Throughout his long and respected career, Preston brought charm and command to every role he played, leaving a lasting legacy in American cinema and theatre.
📽️ Full Filmography
Some key films and performances by Robert Preston include:
- The Music Man (1962) – His most iconic role as Professor Harold Hill.
- Victor/Victoria (1982) – Acclaimed performance that earned him an Oscar nomination.
- How the West Was Won (1962) – A grand-scale Western epic.
- Beau Geste (1939) – One of his earliest major roles.
- Blood on the Moon (1948) – A classic noir Western.
Note: For a complete list of his credits, visit Robert Preston’s IMDb filmography.