Here is the rephrased biography:
Born into a family with a deep appreciation for the arts, the individual's father, a wine importer, nurtured his passion for acting from a young age. In fact, he was instrumental in securing his first job in the theatre at just 16 years old, where he had the opportunity to tour with a renowned Shakespearean company, honing his skills by painting scenery and taking on minor roles. However, his mother remained skeptical, disapproving of the idea that her son, a member of the middle class, would pursue a career in the theatre.
Despite this initial opposition, the individual's talent and dedication ultimately led him to land leading roles by 1939. But just as his career was gaining momentum, the war intervened, and he was forced to put his acting ambitions on hold. Joining the army, he quickly rose through the ranks, eventually achieving the rank of major.
After leaving the service, it didn't take him long to return to the theatre, taking on roles in plays such as 'Fifty Fifty' and 'Seagulls Over Sorento', which ran for an impressive five years, solidifying his status as a talented and versatile actor.
