Charles Winninger

Charles Winninger (May 26, 1884 – January 27, 1969) was a cherished American character actor and Vaudeville veteran whose jovial, blustery persona made him a beloved presence in Hollywood’s Golden Age. He is best remembered for his career-defining role as the lovable Captain Andy Hawks, a part he originated in the landmark 1927 Broadway production of Show Boat and famously reprised in the classic 1936 film adaptation. Winninger perfected the role of the good-natured, sometimes bumbling patriarch in numerous films, including the classic musical State Fair (1945) and the iconic western-comedy Destry Rides Again (1939). Equally at home in musicals, comedies, and dramas, his warmth and comedic timing solidified his legacy as one of the era’s most versatile and dependable supporting stars.

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