Jack Hawkins

John Edward Hawkins, CBE (14 September 1910 – 18 July 1973) was an English actor who worked on stage and in film from the 1930s until the 1970s. One of the most popular British film stars of the 1950s, he was known for his portrayal of military men.

Jack Hawkins

CBE
Hawkins in 1973, photographed by Allan Warren
Born
John Edward Hawkins

(1910-09-14)14 September 1910
Wood Green, Middlesex, England
Died18 July 1973(1973-07-18) (aged 62)
Chelsea, London, England
Alma materItalia Conti Academy of Theatre Arts
OccupationActor
Years active1923–1973
Spouses
(m. 1932; div. 1940)
    (m. 1947)
    Children4
    Military career
    AllegianceUnited Kingdom
    Rank
    • Lieutenant (substantive)
    • Colonel (honorary)
    Unit
    • Royal Welch Fusiliers
    • ENSA
    Signature
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