Oscar Winning Actor Dies At 97
Karl Malden – March 1912 – July 2009
Oscar-winning actor Karl Malden died on Wednesday, July 1 of natural causes at his home in Brentwood, California. He was 97 years old. Malden is survived by his wife, Mona Greenberg, whom he married in 1938. His daughters Mila and Cara, three granddaughters and four great-grandchildren.
A Classic Film Actor
Karl Malden, instantly recognizable by his voice and nose, had a career which spanned seven decades. It included theater and television. His most famous role came in the 1970’s TV police drama The Streets of San Francisco. In that show he starred opposite a then 28 year old Michael Douglas. Malden also earned a best supporting actor Oscar for his role in the 1951 movie A Streetcar Named Desire. He picked up an Emmy for his character in the 1985 miniseries Fatal Vision. His other movie credits also include Patton, Baby Doll, How the West Was Won and The Sting II.
But, many also recognize the voice of Karl Malden as he provided the voice for a number of American Express TV commercials where he always warned people…
“Don’t leave home without it!”
The American Express commercial campaign lasted for 21 years. His last official film or TV appearance was in the first season of The West Wing in the year 2000.
Malden was also the president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences from 1989 to 1992. The Academy is of course best known for its annual Oscars ceremony.
Karl Malden, may you rest in peace.
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