Karl Malden

Karl Malden was an illustrious stage, movie, and television actor. Originally born as Mladen George Sekulovich on March 22, 1912, Malden amassed acclaim for his spectacular performances in Arthur Miller's 'All My Sons' and Tennessee Williams' 'A Streetcar Named Desire'. He also won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role as Mitch in the film adaptation of 'Streetcar'. Over his career spanning 60 years, Malden brought an unmatched authenticity and intensity to his roles in theater, film, and television. He is renowned for his work in classics such as 'A Streetcar Named Desire', 'On the Waterfront', and 'Patton', and television drama 'The Streets of San Francisco'. Malden served as the president of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences from 1989 to 1992, further cementing his legacy in the entertainment industry. He was also an advertising spokesman for American Express. In personal life, Malden was married to Mona Greenberg with whom he had two children.