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Edward Arnold
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| President of the Screen Actors Guild | |
| In office 1940–1942 |
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| Preceded by | Ralph Morgan |
| Succeeded by | James Cagney |
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Günther Edward Arnold Schneider
February 18, 1890 New York City, U.S. |
| Died | April 26, 1956 (aged 66) Encino, California, U.S. |
| Spouses | Harriet Marshall (1917–27) 3 children Olive Emerson (1929–48) Cleo McLain (1951–56) |
| Occupation | Actor |
Edward Arnold (born Günther Edward Arnold Schneider; February 18, 1890 – April 26, 1956) was a famous American actor. He appeared in many popular movies during his career.
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Who Was Edward Arnold?
Edward Arnold was a well-known actor from the United States. He was born in New York City in 1890. His birth name was Günther Edward Arnold Schneider. He became famous for playing important roles in many films.
Starring in Big Movies
Edward Arnold acted in several big movies that were very popular. Some of his most famous films include You Can't Take It With You and Mr. Smith Goes to Washington. He also starred in Meet John Doe, Johnny Eager, and The Toast of New York. These movies helped make him a household name.
Leading the Screen Actors Guild
Besides acting, Edward Arnold also played an important role in the film industry. He served as the President of the Screen Actors Guild. This is a special group for actors. He was president from 1940 to 1942.
What is the Screen Actors Guild?
The Screen Actors Guild is a union for actors. It helps protect actors' rights and makes sure they are treated fairly. Being president of this group is a big responsibility. It shows that other actors trusted Edward Arnold to lead them.
Later Life and Legacy
Edward Arnold continued acting for many years. He passed away in 1956 at the age of 66. He died in Encino, California, from a stroke. His work in movies and his leadership in the Screen Actors Guild left a lasting mark on Hollywood.
