Rex Evans, a renowned British actor, entered this world on April 13th, 1903, in the charming coastal town of Southport, which is situated within the Sefton borough of England, United Kingdom. Throughout his illustrious career, Evans made a lasting impression on audiences through his captivating performances in a wide range of cinematic endeavors. Some of his most notable film credits include the 1940 romantic comedy, "The Philadelphia Story", where he shared the screen with Hollywood royalty such as Cary Grant and Katharine Hepburn. Additionally, he appeared in the 1943 horror classic, "Frankenstein Meets the Wolf Man", which showcased his versatility as an actor. Evans' later years saw him take on the title role in the 1958 comedy, "Merry Andrew", further solidifying his status as a talented and respected thespian. Unfortunately, Evans' life came to a close on April 3rd, 1969, in Glendale, California, United States, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire and entertain audiences to this day.
Personal Details
BornApr 13, 1903 Southport, Sefton, England, UK
Biography
Career
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1961

On the Double as General Carleton Brown Wiffingham
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All in a Night's Work as Carter
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1960

Midnight Lace as Anthony Preston
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1958

Merry Andrew as Gregory Larabee
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The Matchmaker as August
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1956

The Birds and the Bees as Burrows
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1954

It Should Happen to You as Con Cooley (uncredited)
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A Star Is Born as Academy Awards Emcee (uncredited)
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1953

Loose in London as Herbert
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Cavalcade of America as General Howe
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1952

Captain Pirate as Gov. Henry Carlyle
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1949

Adam's Rib as Fat Man in Elevator (uncredited)
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1946

Dangerous Millions as Lance Warburton
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1945

Pursuit to Algiers as Gregor
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The Brighton Strangler as Leslie Shelton
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Keep Your Powder Dry as Marco Cummings
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1944

Mrs. Parkington as Fat Man at Ball (uncredited)
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1943

Frankenstein Meets the Wolf Man as Vazec the Innkeeper
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{"id":175459,"title":"The McGuerins from Brooklyn","year":"1942","character":"Sterling","permalink":"https:\/\/streamfind.com\/us\/movie\/the-mcguerins-from-brooklyn","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_175459.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamfind.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_175459.jpg"},"released":1}
1942

The McGuerins from Brooklyn as Sterling
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The Great Impersonation as Sir Tristram
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Brooklyn Orchid as Sterling
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1941

Suspicion as Mr. Bailey (uncredited)
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The Shanghai Gesture as The Counselor
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1940

Adventure in Diamonds as Jimmy
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Five Little Peppers in Trouble as Martin
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Five Little Peppers at Home as Martin
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Girl in 313 as Corday, Fashion Show MC
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Out West with the Peppers as Martin
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The Invisible Man Returns as Constable Briggs (uncredited)
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The Philadelphia Story as Thomas
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1939

First Love as Gerald Bevins
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It's a Wonderful World as Scout Master (uncredited)
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1938

Lord Jeff as Hotel Doorman
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The First Hundred Years as Reggie (uncredited)
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1937

The Wrong Road as Victor J. Holbrook
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Vogues of 1938 as Londoner in Fall Show
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The Prince and the Pauper as Rich Man
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1936

Rembrandt as Civil Guardsman (uncredited)
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1934

Along Came Sally as Percy