Famous Actors and their Real Names

The 1940s and 1950s were a golden era for Hollywood, producing some of the most iconic films and actors of all time. Here is a list of 10 actors from that era, along with their real names and their stage names:

1. Humphrey Bogart - Real name: Humphrey DeForest Bogart, Stage name: Humphrey Bogart. Known for his roles in classic films such as Casablanca, The Maltese Falcon, and The African Queen.

2. Cary Grant - Real name: Archibald Alexander Leach, Stage name: Cary Grant. One of the most popular and suave actors of the era, known for his roles in films like His Girl Friday, The Philadelphia Story, and The Awful Truth.

3. James Stewart - Real name: James Maitland Stewart, Stage name: James Stewart. A versatile actor known for his everyman charm and roles in classic films such as It's a Wonderful Life, The Stratton Story and One Sunday Afternoon.

4. Marlon Brando - Real name: Marlon Brando Jr., Stage name: Marlon Brando. Known for his intense and brooding performances in films like A Streetcar Named Desire, On the Waterfront, and The Godfather.

5. Marilyn Monroe - Real name: Norma Jeane Mortenson, Stage name: Marilyn Monroe. One of the most iconic actresses and sex symbols of all time, known for her roles in films like Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, The Seven Year Itch, and Some Like It Hot. 

6. Elizabeth Taylor - Real name: Elizabeth Rosemond Taylor, Stage name: Elizabeth Taylor. An actress and Hollywood icon known for her striking beauty and roles in films like Cynthia, National Velvet, and Morning Glory.

7. Joan Crawford - Real name: Lucille Fay LeSueur, Stage name: Joan Crawford. Known for her roles in films such as The Damned Don't Cry, Flamingo Road, and Anna Christie that showcased her dramatic talent and intensity.

8. Gregory Peck - Real name: Eldred Gregory Peck, Stage name: Gregory Peck. Known for his dignified and commanding presence on screen, Peck starred in films such as Anna Karenina, Valley of Decision, and Gentleman's Agreement.

9. Bette Davis - Real name: Ruth Elizabeth Davis, Stage name: Bette Davis. One of the most acclaimed and versatile actresses of the era, Davis starred in films such as All About Eve, Jezebel, and Dark Victory.

10. John Wayne - Real name: Marion Robert Morrison, Stage name: John Wayne. Known for his rugged masculinity and portrayals of the quintessential American hero, Wayne starred in films such as Fort Apache, She Wore a Yellow Ribbon, and Stagecoach.

As you can see from the links above, many of the movies these folks starred in, were made into radio shows too - often with some of the original cast.  

Happy listening my friends,