An American actor of long standing in film, theatre and television, Dean Jagger stood out for his sobriety and his air of an upright man. He won the Oscar for Best Supporting Actor for 'Twelve O'Clock High' (1949), in which he plays an officer who recalls the air war. His filmography includes titles as diverse as 'The Robe' (1953), 'White Christmas' (1954), 'Bad Day at Black Rock' (1955), 'Elmer Gantry' (1960) and 'Vanishing Point' (1971). His serene, dignified presence made him a trusted supporting player for more than four decades. Read more