Glen Boles

Glen Boles

Deceased · Born: Sep 14, 1913 · Died: Jul 24, 2009

1936

Personal Details

BornSep 14, 1913 Hollywood, California, USA

Biography

Glen Boles' early life was marked by a life-changing encounter on the legendary Sunset Boulevard, where a forward-thinking director unexpectedly took notice of his presence and extended an invitation for him to participate in a crucial scene by running in front of a majestic horse for a film production. This unplanned meeting had a profound and lasting impact on his life, kindling a passion for the film industry that would ultimately steer him on a journey from his humble beginnings as an extra to increasingly prominent roles in Hollywood's cinematic landscape.

Glen's acting career, which had been gradually unfolding with consistency, underwent a profound metamorphosis as he became increasingly enthralled by the awe-inspiring vistas of the Hudson River, a setting that he was privileged to experience in a deeply personal manner during the filming of "Flirtation Walk" alongside the illustrious Dick Powell. This exposure to the lush, verdant landscape of the Hudson River had a lasting and profound impact on Glen, who had spent his formative years in a desert environment, where the stark and jarring contrast between the arid terrain and the breathtaking beauty of the river had a profound and lasting effect on his perspective and artistic vision.

Glen's return to the Hollywood landscape marked a pivotal moment in his career, as he found himself standing at a critical crossroads, forced to re-examine the trajectory of his professional life and the contractual obligations that had thus far defined his trajectory. With a renewed sense of purpose and a deep-seated desire to liberate himself from the constraints of his Warner Brothers contract, Glen made the bold and courageous decision to abandon the familiar comforts of his studio home and embark on a fresh and unexplored path, one that would enable him to unlock the full range of his artistic expression and creativity.

Notable individual embarked upon a pivotal career transformation, uprooting his life to relocate to the cosmopolitan metropolis of New York City, where he subsequently secured a plethora of leading roles in a diverse array of esteemed Broadway productions, solidifying his reputation as a talented and versatile performer.

Glen, a talented individual, played a pivotal role within the inaugural cast of the renowned theatrical production, "You Can't Take It With You", a groundbreaking show that effectively highlighted his extraordinary acting prowess, captivating audiences with his remarkable on-stage presence.

As the trajectory of his remarkable career continued to soar to unprecedented heights, he remained deeply entrenched in the vibrant and dynamic world of theatre, assuming an array of diverse roles that showcased his remarkable range and versatility as a performer, until the sudden and unforeseen onset of World War II, a global conflict that would ultimately serve as a pivotal turning point in the trajectory of his professional journey, marking a dramatic shift in the course of his life and work.

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Glen's wartime exploits took him to the distant shores of South America, where he utilized his remarkable skills as a codebreaker to contribute to the Allied effort.

Career

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1937
Clipped Wings
Clipped Wings as Cecil Dunbar, Mickey's Pal
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1935
$10 Raise
$10 Raise as Don Bates
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Page Miss Glory
Page Miss Glory as Bellboy (uncredited)
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1934
Babbitt
Babbitt as Ted Babbitt
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The Quitter
The Quitter as Eddie Tilford
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Flirtation Walk
Flirtation Walk as Eight Ball
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1930
All Quiet on the Western Front
All Quiet on the Western Front as Young Soldier (uncredited)