Alexander Knox

Alexander Knox (16 January 1907 – 25 April 1995) was a renowned Canadian actor and writer, known for his versatile roles in over 100 film, television, and theatrical productions. Over a career spanning from the 1920s until the late 1980s, he took the entertainment industry by storm and was nominated for an Oscar and even won a Golden Globe for his performance as American President Woodrow Wilson in the 1944 film 'Wilson'. Despite the accolades, his career in the United States was hampered by McCarthyism, leading him to continue his professional journey in the United Kingdom. He played Control in the 1979 BBC miniseries adaptation of John le Carre's 'Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy', and worked on various acclaimed films such as 'Europe '51', 'The Vikings', 'The Longest Day', 'The Damned', and 'Modesty Blaise'. Apart from his illustrious acting career, Knox made his mark as an author, penning adventure novels set in the Great Lakes area during the 19th century, plays, and detective novels. His early life was shaped in Strathroy, Ontario, where he was born and where his father served as the minister. After graduating from the University of Western Ontario, he took to the stage with the Boston Repertory Theatre and later moved to London, England, where he established his career in films. Despite facing significant obstacles during the McCarthy Era due to his liberal views, Knox persevered and continued to shine in various roles, making significant contributions to the global film fraternity.