Glenn Ford was a Canadian-American actor who had a successful career in Hollywood, spanning some five decades. He was renowned for his performances in a variety of genres, ranging from westerns to dramas. His net worth was estimated to be $10 million at the time of his death. This article looks at his early life, career and net worth.
Early Life of Glenn Ford
Ford was born Gwyllyn Samuel Newton Ford on May 1, 1916 in Sainte-Christine-d’Auvergne, Quebec, Canada. His parents were Hannah Wood and Newton Ford. His father was an American from Vermont, and his mother was a Canadian from Ontario. Ford was raised in Santa Monica, California. He attended Santa Monica High School, where he was an active member of the drama club. He then went on to study at the University of California, Los Angeles.
Career and Net Worth of Glenn Ford
Ford began his career in the 1930s as a bit player in several films, including the westerns The Redheaded Outlaw and The Trail Beyond. He then moved on to playing supporting roles in films such as The Man from Colorado and The Desperadoes. His first major role came in the 1940s when he was cast as a leading man in The Lady in Question. He went on to star in a number of popular films, such as The Blackboard Jungle, The Big Heat, and The Courtship of Eddie’s Father.
Ford’s career continued to thrive throughout the 1950s and 1960s, with roles in films such as The Teahouse of the August Moon, The Sheepman, and The Rounders. He also appeared in television series, such as Cimarron City and The Virginian. By the time of his death in 2020, Ford had amassed a net worth of $10 million.
