Hume Blake Cronyn
Học thuậtThân thiện
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
- Canadian actor who frequently played character parts with his wife Jessica Tandy (1911-2003)