William Powell was an American actor. He was treated with radiation, pronounced cured, and told an interviewer in 1963, ''I was one of the lucky ones.''. During that time, he played in a number of interesting films, but stardom was elusive. She went on to say on her last day on Warner's lot it was just her and some asst carrying all her stuff to her car that night and tere were no farewells or jobs well done or anything like it and she'd basically Warner's main meal ticket some 17 years, so I wasn't surprised reading Powell received little to no recognition. William Powell, in a letter to a friend, after his son's death, said that the hepatitis had become debilitating, causing him to have to leave his job. MORE:The man from the desert who played with presidents. and My Man Godfrey with Lombard! ..he was an extraordinary man!!!! Mousie and William Powell would be in the mix through it all. His mother died at the young age of 48 in 1942. yes he did, I wondered why they just said only tragedy. I appreciate so much your sharing this story about his life. Even his exes had nice things to say about him. List of the best William Powell movies, ranked best to worst with movie trailers when available. Thank you for taking the time to write it. That success led to his appearance as Professor Moriartys evil henchman in the silent film Sherlock Holmes (1922), starring John Barrymore. Unlike many silent film actors, Powell had a fine, resonant baritone speaking voice that allowed for a smooth transition to talkies. He was a writer and producer, known for. In 1907, he moved with his family to Kansas City, Missouri. So many stars were there for him and not too many years after resuming his career he lost both his ex-wives, becoming a single parent. 2023 www.desertsun.com. Actually, his modest ego allowed many young actresses/actors to benefit from the Powell's kindness. Prabook is a registered trademark of World Biographical Encyclopedia, Inc. While living in Palm Springs, Powell perfected his craft, co-starring with Lauren Bacall, Betty Grable and Marilyn Monroe in How to Marry a Millionaire and in Mr. His career was amazing and he was a by all accounts, a great man. It is much more effective than dieting.". Who Is William Powell's Wife? As a boy he was apparently plagued by emotional problems. Spectators began to show up to cheer their favorite players on or just to watch the games. Sorry for the sadness he experienced. He married Elizabeth Lane in 1697, in Somerset, Maryland, British Colonial America. His presence alarmed the housekeeper, who ran to Mrs. William Powell, Diana Lewis, to alert her to the intruder.