Hume Blake Cronyn

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Definition

Proper noun A Canadian actor, known for frequently portraying character roles and for his professional and personal partnership with his wife, actress Jessica Tandy.

Usage

This term is used exclusively as a proper noun to refer to the specific individual, Hume Cronyn. It is used in biographical, historical, and cinematic contexts. * He was nominated for an Academy Award for his performance in The Seventh Cross. * The Broadway theatre was renamed in honor of Hume Cronyn.

Advanced Usage
  • As a defining figure: His name is often cited in discussions about character actors and long-lasting artistic partnerships in theatre and film.
    • The careers of Hume Cronyn and Jessica Tandy represent a golden era of American theatre.
Variants and Related Words
  • Cronyn, Hume (alternative name order)
  • Jessica Tandy (frequently associated name, his wife and frequent co-star)
Synonyms
  • Actor
  • Character actor
  • Performer

Note: These are general synonyms for his profession, not direct synonyms for the proper name itself.

Noun
  1. Canadian actor who frequently played character parts with his wife Jessica Tandy (1911-2003)