Here is the person biography of Alan Mowbray:
Alan Mowbray was an American film actor, born Ernest Allen on August 18, 1896, in London, England. He served in the British army during World War I and received the Military Medal and the French Croix De Guerre for bravery in action. After the war, he began his acting career in London's West End and later toured the United States with the Theater Guild.
Mowbray made his Broadway debut in 1926 and appeared in several plays throughout the 1920s. He also wrote and starred in his own play, "Dinner is Served," in 1929. Although the play was not a success, Mowbray's excellent diction and stiff upper lip made him a natural for character parts in sound pictures.
In Hollywood, Mowbray was often cast as a British, European, or upper-class American gentleman, or as an aristocrat or royalty. He appeared in over 100 films, including biopics, comedies, and dramas. Some of his notable roles include George Washington in "Alexander Hamilton" (1931),a romantic lead opposite Miriam Hopkins in "Becky Sharp" (1935),and the butler in the "Topper" films.
Mowbray was also a founding member of the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) and served on its board of directors. He personally funded SAG when it was first founded and played a key role in the guild's early days. Mowbray's financial support and advocacy helped make collective bargaining a reality for actors.
Mowbray married Lorayne Carpenter in 1927 and had two children. He died on March 25, 1969, of a heart attack.
