Rex Clifford Ingram, a native of Corsicana, Texas, was born to Mack and Mamie Ingram. He pursued higher education at Northwestern University, where he earned a degree in medicine before embarking on a remarkable acting career that would span an impressive five decades.
Ingram's screen debut occurred during the silent era, with a notable appearance in the 1918 film Tarzan of the Apes. He would go on to receive widespread acclaim for his powerful portrayal of De Lawd in The Green Pastures, a critically acclaimed production released in 1936.
In addition to his work in film, Ingram also enjoyed a successful career on the Broadway stage and in television productions, consistently bringing a high level of skill and dignity to every performance. One of his most enduring roles was that of Jim, the fugitive slave, opposite Mickey Rooney in the 1939 film adaptation of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn.
Rex Clifford Ingram's remarkable acting career was marked by his ability to bring depth and nuance to every character he portrayed. He passed away on September 19, 1969, and was laid to rest in California.
