William Holden: The Golden Boy | The Hollywood Collection (Full Biography)

[@leoinsf]

In his youth there is no more handsome man in Hollywood. As his beauty receded with age, his acting got better and better. He was authentic, dramatic, and natural! When that smile emerged, his face became beatific! Bill Holden is one of my favorite actors and he will never be forgotten.

[@SOULRELIEF22]

SOULS live FOREVER! The older he got, the less God fear he showed. Woe

[@chk859]

I think he was far more handsome middle aged and over. The puppy face replaced with strong, rugged good looks.

[@Graciela-dx6if]

@@chk859 I agree.And his performances excelled as he grew older.He had the.coursge to accept the passing of time and to77 parts accordingly.

[@wadesmith7319]

Male chaturbate

[@starcrib]

Holden was a masterful actor...super handsome in Youth. With that immediately recognized voice. RIP. 🥀

[@jeanninehornsby6318]

ACTOR WILLIAM HOLDEN. IS HE STILL LIVEING.

[@starcrib]

@@jeanninehornsby6318 Sadly: drunk himself to death 🥃💥

[@thomasfleischer83]

RIP William. You were one of the best actors ever. Thanks for many exciting hours.

[@veritas6335]

Good job of presenting Mr Holden. The comments from the other actors and the directors are especially thoughtful and touching. He was a friend of my grandfather, who visited the Safari Club on occasion. I wish I had known him. He was as Lumet says, charming and heartbreaking. My all time favorite actor, and The Wild Bunch and Bridge on the River Kwai all time favorite movies. He was light years better than the pale, fey, limp imitations of men we have parading around on the screen today. And the films have never been equaled. Hollywood just went to hell when it went corporate.

[@babasheeny3634]

‘Picnic’.......💕👍

[@bebotpacetes7119]

Love is a many Splendored Thing

[@babasheeny3634]

@@bebotpacetes7119 YES!! Wonderful movie!!

[@mr.blackhawk142]

@@babasheeny3634 One of my FAV dramas!

[@babasheeny3634]

@@mr.blackhawk142 and LOVE the theme song from the film too.💕

[@thibsteven]

Super...super...super actor! Top five actor in my book. There'll never be another male performer like William Holden period!

[@amymack1954]

My mother came to the U.S. from Vienna in 1937, and she loved American movies. William Holden was, along with Ray Milland, her favorite actor. She used to say that he was the quintessential American man.

[@voicegirl555]

Happy Birthday William Holden. What a wonderful actor you were! i never get tired of watching you on film. A lot of actors today could learn from you. You never never gave a bad performance.

[@hughhaefner5486]

He was great actor and humanitarian. Who could forget him in Born Yesterday and Sunset Boulevard??!! He and Judy Holliday were fantastic together.

[@fearandloathing75]

He was so handsome and never disappointed in his performance. Miss him still.

[@speedracer1945]

He learned to use his voice and mannerisms to Bill Holden.

[@fearandloathing75]

@@speedracer1945 plus his work to preserve game in Africa. Whata mensch.

[@marthadwyer2856]

So true for me as well... RIP Bill

[@glennapierson9820]

WE

[@grumpyoldwizard]

I miss William Holden. He was a great actor.

[@Juxtaposition1-Bitchute]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/h4C6ep14oct7f80

[@Ravyne]

William Holden is my #1 fave actor of any generation. He was handsome, suave, charismatic and oh so charming. How could one not love him?

[@carolholly1608]

Totally Agree! My Favorite, Too. Absolutely Adored Him! & I Was a Child of The 1960's. ❤

[@johnblake3302]

At the famous Granada cinema in Tooting, London, I went as a young boy to watch the movie, LOVE IS A MANY SPLENDOUR THING. The movie was wonderful! Willam Holden gave a great performance. The people watching in the cinema found the movie and the music really emotional. Some were in tears at the end. The Golden days of the cinema and Holden had the magic in abundance!

[@marycreighton5719]

Woo I

[@lourdesmchabau8800]

My parents favorite when dating and lifetime.

[@dawnemerson3604]

Oh boy yes memories..

[@edoarda68]

@@lourdesmchabau8800 Era l'attore preferito dai miei genitori quando erano fidanzati e per sempre

[@dianecollison9081]

It’s my understanding that the two great actors in that movie bald an intense dislike for one another- especially Jennifer Jones. She agreed to act in it because her husband directed it- David Selznick.

[@scottcrosby7643]

My father, like Bill Holden, was a night time alcoholic. They were buddies at South Pasadena High School. They resemble brothers. I think they shared a weakness that maybe was endemic to that generation.

[@paulyricca3881]

🥃👴🏻 IN OTHER WORDS U A DRUNK.

[@TomRivieremusic]

A great-looking and elegant man and a great actor.

[@DBEdwards]

In my book, a legend. One of a kind actor that you had to respect. And love

[@gracieg7601]

What book did you wrote DB Edwards?

[@carolholmquist3847]

Jo hi

[@euripedesferrarezi8722]

@@gracieg7601 á

[@kathrynlooker928]

@@gracieg7601 la1 stars mpg kumpsapmf7.mmm7

[@misspearltaylor]

The love and respect directors and other actors had for William Holden says everything....

[@Graciela-dx6if]

I agree.

[@felixnorman9562]

God, what a great actor! Simple good looks, and delivered lines like no one else.

[@scotnick59]

And a great voice to go with them

[@TheVatonaught]

Every time he was on screen it was like a living story in front of your eyes...everything turned real.

[@Juxtaposition1-Bitchute]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/h4C6ep14oct7f80

[@CarmenReyes-em9np]

Se parecía a mi abuelo a esa edad. Así de hermoso falleció 🤩

[@ms.martiegallego8834]

PICNIC !! Another of my All time favorite movie's !! Perfect casting !! Kim Novak was so beautiful !! So many award winning people in this movie !!

[@nadyarossi5102]

Holden was a bit long in the tooth for this role, but no doubt, he was a great actor.

[@claudiocorleone7856]

@@nadyarossi5102don’t agree he looked great and for someone who hated that dance seen he was superb!

[@kathysharpe7339]

Yes. A wonderful golden spirit. Love love love

[@veritas6335]

My grandfather knew Bill Holden in Africa - he was a great friend of Bill's partner Ray Ryan at the Kenya safari club they owned and my grandfather and his second wife liked to visit them there. I still have a grand photo of Daddy Dick and my Aunt Luise with Bill on the terrace there. I wish they'd taken me along! I was only about ten years old at the time so I suppose it wouldn't have been possible. Holden was magical - as much now as he was then. Simply gorgeous.

[@SazachaNancySktghaxeeahw-rp5gd]

Was he a murderer at the Satan club?

[@eldaddio9100]

Holden was a Great Actor and Human Being like All of Us with Strengths and Weaknesses 👍 RIP

[@marthadwyer2856]

The only flaw William has was doubting himself. RIP HANDSOME ONE❤️✝️😘

[@Mary-rg4tl]

He was magnificent! Yes, a rare bird indeed! Beautiful inside and out! Extremely talented! R.I.P. Dear sweet man. You are truely missed. 💗😍👍✌

[@screenactorsguilable]

18:46

[@monkeyflower954]

@@screenactorsguilable 18:46? I found video today. I first saw him on "I love Lucy" show, I was immediately loving his good looks. I better pay attention, 18:46 minutes. Thanks God bless

[@massagetherapyforinjuriesf8197]

Same here

[@veritas6335]

I fell in love with Bill Holden when I saw Love is a Many Splendored Thing and I'm so sorry the film isn't even mentioned here. But I loved him in every movie he ever made, never so much as in The Wild Bunch, easily the best western ever made. His authenticity as a man was SO attractive and devastating and everlasting, no doubt to all women. He was irresistible. .

[@babasheeny3634]

As a teenager in the 60’s I too loved him and wanted to find a man just like him!!! Loved this account of his life.

[@torilllundborn7899]

THAT PIECE OF THIS MOVIE..me too should like mentioned Have it now on DVD

[@equine2020]

That was a beautiful movie. Sad.

[@wentworthcheswell8989]

He was the biggest box office draw of the 1950's.....an entire decade. That should have been an award in itself. I loved him in The Bridges of Toko-Ri....one people hardly talk about when reminiscing William Holden. Holden, in Love is a Many Splendored Thing, was hiding something in his performance, he knew his wife would never divorce him, he was lying to himself and to Jones and that's what we picked up on in the movie.....it's as romantic as An Affair to Remember with Cary Grant.... One of my most favorite episodes of I Love Lucy is with William Holden. He was a remarkable actor and as far as I'm concerned, a genius.

[@bettyflipkowski235]

wentworth cheswell s

[@-.Steven]

I always liked William Holden movies. Thanks for sharing this video.

[@supremeeverlove]

I admired Him for always and always The handsome man of the golden Era ... hence the Golden boy he owned it ....got it RIP Bill ❤⚘

[@lilymaniquis8460]

lAll actors and actresses have their own individual talents uniquely their own and admirable but there is something about William Holden that has appealed to me more than a great actor that he is but a manliness and sensuality and a gentleness not the least his good good looks a handsomness that is irresistible To me he is tops

[@stevetessier6568]

Bill Holden was a fantastic actor. So charismatic, and believable in everything that he did. He breathed the breath of life into each role. Such a man of the greatest depth. Is not often seen. He was beloved by all who knew him. He is deeply missed. Rest in peace....

[@Juxtaposition1-Bitchute]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/h4C6ep14oct7f80

[@rodbutler4054]

My favorite Holden role was in “Stalag 13”.

[@Kinopanorama1]

A fine actor. Never gave a bad performance. He is sadly missed.

[@MichaelSmith-jw8qw]

His acting was always wonderful. He gave up his life to this industry. Too bad younger people today don't know who he was. So glad he did so many great films. He brought truth, honesty, humanity, and spirit to every role he played.

[@helenaville5939]

What does "He gave up his life to this industry" even mean? He made millions out of it. It granted him freedom and riches beyond most people's imagination. I'm a life long fan of his work. But it's incredible to read some of the nonsense being written about him in these comments .... as if he was some kind of saint who made immeasurable contributions to humankind. The truth is he killed a fellow human being during his time on this planet and, according to his children, was an absentee father and a serial wife cheater. This doesn't make me like his work any less. But it does make me wonder what planet some of these commenters are on. "Gave up his life to this industry"? Ridiculous.

[@barbaracrickley6191]

Helenaville I totally agree Helen. To read some of these comments you would think he was the second coming, the messiah. Mr Holden was an exceptional actor who had his faults like most people. In his younger days he was a big game Hunter, which I believe he regretted as he got older. That does not excuse the magnificent animals he destroyed just for the "thrill".

[@bettyflipkowski235]

Kinopanorama Widescreen Preservation Association Incorporated wwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwqqwwwšswwwwwqwwwswssšwwšssšššssšwwšššßssßswsßšwsšwsssßwwßwsssßswwwwwwwwšs2šqqswwsswsswßqwšwwwwwwwwwwww2wsswwwšwwwwwsßwwwšswsšwwwqwšswsš

[@ofielagarfin7783]

Https

[@1mNmbr01]

He was marred by alcoholism, but his heart was pure and beautiful. I will love him, always

[@eddiemorin1902]

A great actor who like many actors had demons who took over his life at times until finally the demons took oveŕ him entirely.

[@marieharrington1203]

I have personally witnessed/seen what alcohol does to someone who drinks too much of it, or even too little alcohol on-going for years. Alcohol kills!! That is the short and long of it!

[@hectorsalcido4106]

A true Hollywood icon, personality, looks and talent, he had "it" all. Who can ever forget him in " Sunset Boulevard" . Excellent bio.

[@ronijohnson6137]

hector Salcido One oof My Favorite movies Sunset Blvd

[@godlyblessedliibaangodisgo4394]

Rip William Holden♡May God Rest Your Soul.Amen♡

[@kmgirl1967]

Amen to that!!

[@marilynbaylis524]

Down to earth actor! He was great! Loved his movies! ❤️👍.

[@christopherbowen2547]

My absolute favorite American actor. A model for us all.

[@Angelica-bt4hh]

My beautiful man. Loved my William Holden. Thank you for posting!

[@RonYoungAsElvis]

VERY HANDSOME MAN !!!!!

[@lindanetzel6855]

Good God, he was handsome! Loved his movies!

[@celeste7224]

William Holden was so much deeper and intelligent than Hollywood portrays. Curiously no one ever comments that depression and alcoholism are diseases...and often the torture and even madness create the most magnificent art and gives us more honesty and integrity than we can imagine. Holden was amazingly talented. How lucky we are to have shared his beauty, his grace...his quest for a social truth in the scripts he chose, his magnificent voice and presentation and the quintessential American style throughout, all so mesmerizing. How courageous of him to continue his work ...a recluse's reluctant love affair with the media of film.

[@kleberrivas4474]

Celeste

[@kleberrivas4474]

Celeste

[@RonYoungAsElvis]

AMEN !!!!

[@quincyslawgmailcom]

Oh my heavens, Celeste, so beautifully put. Thank you for sharing some real truths about the human condition (When watching this documentary, I, too, noticed the very predictable omissions. Glad you spoke up.), and last but not least, your admiration and love for William Holden. Slainte, Quincy

[@lincolnpaul1814]

Celeste people are talented in spite of their problems not because of them.

[@windstorm1000]

So talented. But lonely. There's this sweetness and vulnerability to him under the masculine cover. I love this dichotomy. Almost a good natured James Dean. Love Bill's tenor voice.

[@MiracleBaby1987]

Nice to see his dearest friends speak about him, so kindly. He was somebody that no one ever forgot! What a great guy!

[@geraldinebowbia5176]

God he was absolutely handsome ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🙏😢😢😢😢

[@suzannebenz8928]

What a beautiful man! I always enjoyed his movies!

[@nrs6956]

He made it look to easy to be great. Thank you.

[@QuoVadis88]

The camera loved him. Impossible to be a star without that. He knew he was blessed and maybe felt guilty about that. Sad that he let alcohol run over him. His many performances were riveting.

[@None-zc5vg]

He was possibly a hollow man: his brothers both died in plane crashes (one was shot down, the other was lost while flying on a business trip). His marriage was a flop (he was a philanderer). Hitting the bottle might have been the only way of handling the guilt and torment that he woke up to every day.

[@janetbettman7053]

They forgot Jennifer Jones and his marvelous love story I believe it was called splendor in the grass Janet B

[@francesgaudet5202]

​@@None-zc5vgjob 7juj8jjjjjjjjjķjjjjjķķkkkkkkii8kki8iiii8iiiikkkkkkkkk😅😅😅i

[@ToughXArmy69]

Bill Holden was the perfect leading man Golden Boy, Born Yesterday, Sunset Blvd, The Bridges of Toko Ri, Picnic, Love Is A Many Splendored Thing, Sabrina, The Bridge On The River Kwai!! Leading Man to Audrey Hepburn, Grace Kelly, Judy Holiday, Kim Novak, Jennifer Jones, Gloria Swanson. Great friend to Barbara Stanwyck, Susan Hayward, Lucille Ball.

[@stevesimmons6685]

My favorite all time male actor. Fabulous documentary..

[@bebotpacetes7119]

One of the all time icon's

[@moss8448]

one of my favorite actors since I was a kid...

[@lindasmilesrfree6067]

Thank you for posting this wonderful biography of WH. I enjoyed it. Great man/actor!

[@menukapomu7831]

My favourite old hollywood actor! He was hollywood golden boy!! A great actor not only of those times but of all times!!

[@MiracleBaby1987]

He was such a good friend to everyone, that co- stared with him in all those different genres of movies!🤩🤩

[@mach1gtx150]

Always loved to watch William Holden act. He had that invaluable 'presence' in his acting that many actors could only dream about. One of his best earlier films was 'Picnic' which I think really established him as one of the best actors ever.....then came The Bridge on the River Kwai, his pinnacle in achievement....but not to be outdone by Bill Holden.....the Wild Bunch was it! Thank you!

[@patriciaablett6309]

I liked him very much, he was a very good, versatile actor! Westerns, drama, romance!

[@dawnemerson3604]

Picnic was excellent

[@ria1636]

Sunset Boulevard was one of his best earlier films.

[@johnjarou2357]

One of my favorite actors, for sure. Maybe I'm wrong, but he seemed down to earth. He gave me the impression that he didn't think he was above rubbing elbows with the common man.

[@adrianovasconcelos2739]

Very informative and concise doc plus a most fitting tribute to a great actor, man, conservationist - and, against all odds, family man. "He had an honesty that worked for him, and it was not something that he was playing." In your debt for posting. Many thanks

[@ms.martiegallego8834]

A great actor, and a great humanitarian !! It's sad the way his life ended ! One of my favorite movies is " Sunset Boulevard " the pairing of the Late, great, Gloria Swanson and William Holden was genius !!

[@mr.blackhawk142]

Watching Sunset Blvd made me IDOLIZE William Holden, and after watching it I wanted to know much more about him! It brought back memories of "Picnic" which I saw decades earlier! It was tragic how alcohol got a hold of him and the way he died!

[@godlyblessedliibaangodisgo4394]

I LOVE William Holden and I Love This Documentry. Thank You For Posting It.Love Love.

[@captainnathan1651]

The contrast between actors in Holden’s day and those today couldn’t be more profound. Yes, they did their wild things and weren’t always faithful husbands but there was a steadfastness, honesty, and intelligence in them that is rarely seen today, save for a handful of exceptions (e.g. Matthew McConaughy). Today’s actors seem to think that making self-righteous political statements while walking the red carpet at some awards show or yucking it up on late night shows represents courage or convictions. Always adored William Holden. Hope he’s found his well deserved place in Heaven!

[@tracypolselli1464]

There are no “stars” today. Lots of scolders, lots of “I’m holier than thou” attitudes. But no stars. Maybe Nicole Kidman?

[@cherylann9781]

What a great tribute to an amazing actor. There was just something about him I found immensely attractive and plain likable.

[@mariaevans7811]

A very handsome man!!!!!! Aged by drinking, some say its inherited, some say its not, I had a wonderful relative who destroyed himself with drink, who knows. William also was, a serial womaniser, but you know we all have faults, to watch him on the screen he was pure magic!!!!!!!! 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@midnightchannel111]

Great documentary, well done.

[@kaythomas8521]

An uncomplicated man. In a very complicated environment......a Hollywood Legend and family man combined ....so natural and unassuming....exhorbently talented....he had his demons....but who didn't......and who doesn't?? Its called...being human

[@dorothymathews]

)811/

[@MichaelSmith-jw8qw]

awesome actor, lived amazing life, sorry alcohol killed him---he did so many great films--glad he did so much great work--he is missed

[@bewiseasowls]

Bill Holden is not just a great movie star but a man that is truly genuine. true to himself and worthy of respect! ..I like this guy!....He's real!

[@valeriealabau457]

bewiseasowls l

[@valeriealabau457]

You

[@jamesbegs7919]

A beautiful man and a great actor.

[@MiracleBaby1987]

He had such a wonderful smile, Bill Holden, did.❤❤❤❤

[@Sameoldfitup]

“How beautiful it is and how easily it can be broken.”― Tennessee Williams

[@ange9663]

William Holden was sublime, naturally gifted actor always no 1 for me so many great performances. Should have won more than 1 Oscar, gone far too soon ❤️❤️❤️

[@Shakespeare438]

Gosh! He sure was handsome. A truly Golden Boy.

[@javiervivanco919]

I. I miss the love is a mAny splendored ......

[@susan1073]

William Holden another amazing actor who mastered his incredible talent into an art form. He could master any genres, drama, comedy, passionate, suspenseful, war movies, cowboy movies. To add to that despite the challenges any marriage goes through (infidelity being the cruelest thing) he & his wife stuck together for 30 yrs. Now that says something. He loved & raised his children away from the perils that so many kids of Hollywood movie stars kids were exposed to. To top it off he put his own money and worked tirelessly to protect and educate the world of the importance of saving Africa’s wildlife. Bill had a life well lived and was a man of substance. Heartbreaking he died in such a tragic way. Vale Mr Holden.

[@1171]

Unforgettable loved William Holden very versatile thanks

[@dianavonb1405]

I loved his performance in Picnic with the beautiful Kim Novak.

[@colinderry3286]

William Holden was a great actor and one of his best in // the horses soldiers // great guy and great actor sadly miss on our screens // But not forgotten as long as they put his films on the t.v he will live in our hearts for ever // r .i.p Willian god bless you and keep you in n gods house

[@elijahskyeagle7292]

I LOVED the horse soldiers!

[@bryanpalmer9660]

William Holden was such a talented actor he had a"natural" feel to it you almost believed it was for rea RIP William Holden you are still Golden Boy

[@kimlee1416]

He was so handsome and a very talented actor. I always enjoyed his movies. I miss all the old actors they were all brilliant and I love these old movie.

[@michaeld.williamsiii9026]

This is so movingly interesting to learn of so many actors and actresses before my time, like Bill Holden.... 💛

[@teresamcdonald7173]

Fry

[@TWOCOWS1]

my all time favorite was when Bill Holden appeared on I Love Lucy show. He was totally brilliant (as was Lucy). Incredible comedy played by two most versatile artists.

[@nadyarossi5102]

I loved that episode, too!

[@CarolWorth]

I loved him, SO much! 🥰

[@maryearll3359]

@Carol Worth..... so did I. Desperately ❤️

[@markmeade478]

A classy man. talent, and pure class. A massive loss....

[@lin_mrachek]

I admire Holden for trying to save the animals of Africa. What a guy !

[@janinefarris2748]

He seemed like a serious and passionate man like a man spend wonderful to look at and wonderful voice and I believe he had a great spirit curiosity of the higher order of things a real gentleman. It came across and every road that he played. He was an American original and I also feel that way about Elvis Presley I felt that he had something much more beyond the rock and roll star. There are some wonderful human beings ferment and they capture my heart

[@kimwilliams1402]

He should of done for the people

[@elizabethcole3662]

Was his girlfriend Stephanie powers

[@elizabethcole3662]

Sorry or friend thought I read th t

[@elizabethcole3662]

That

[@sandygray3546]

What a smoking hot actor ! No one compares to him..even now. Sandy.SM

[@MiracleBaby1987]

His children, were so honest, and so sincere.

[@daisie13orso]

Lived life to the fullest and entertained us in the process. He lives on in his films, we can enjoy him forever.

[@michaelstearns8449]

I grew up with his movies and he's sorely missed

[@Juxtaposition1-Bitchute]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/h4C6ep14oct7f80

[@AndreaKollo]

There are many in the industry that say he's the best actor ever. Personally, I think he's up there with the very best. To think that Barbara Stanwyck had to coach him along in his first film - Golden Boy. They were actually going to replace him and she fought for him to stay one. Both amazing humans and actors

[@jamesanthony5681]

Who said he was the best actor ever? He was good, but there's an awfully long list: Clift, Brando, Spencer Tracy, Olivier, Newman, Henry Fonda, etc., to name a few.

[@ronniewoodinsteadofmt2615]

Yeah , your close . But I agree Holden was way up there . Very believable

[@patriciaablett6309]

WONDERFUL actor, very handsome man & excellent actor!

[@suzettebennett2564]

on

[@henriettaparks4266]

I 😍 😍 😍 😍 LOVED ALL HIS MOVIES!!❤ LOVE IS A MANY SPLENDORED THING, IS MY FAVORITE!! WHAT A GORGEOUS 😍 💖 💗 ❤ 💕 MAN!!

[@minekara6407]

Not only was William Holden an exceptional actor and a feast on the eyes.....I really love his voice. I am disappointed with some of the negative comments on here regarding his addiction. They seem very judgemental. Above all Holden remains relevant to this day with his film acting in classics and his efforts to preserve the wild in Africa.

[@felicefiore6783]

Wow, loved this actor,so diverse! He was a great actor❤️🇨🇦And great humanitarian.RIP dear man wecan’t forget you🙏

[@hestergreen2031]

William Holden, led a full life

[@mariedean3043]

My absolute fav...”The world of Susie Wong” !!!

[@randolphpinkle4482]

Agreed, but you spelled Suzie's name wong!

[@rongablue]

I loved this human being ❤️...and still do, to this very day.

[@carolebillerwell7392]

love this man too.

[@lagosstammvaterderptolemae9478]

Perfektní dokument, děkuji panu Zezulčíkovi z Kunína.

[@Bodogable]

my favorite actor of all time...... hands' down.....

[@Jamestown-y9j]

Mine too, good taste.

[@margaretrose8105]

One of my favorite actors.

[@loveworld2416]

Sunset Blvd along with The World of Suzy Wong were excellent entertainment and my favorites too.

[@c.calliecoleman1531]

Funny thing is I first saw him, on I Love Lucy,. Me being a little girl then, not having seen many movies then, I had never heard of him. But Lucy was acting like he was the cat's meow, I wanted to know more of this William Holden. Having seen more of his movies since then, he is a great actor, with a good attitude, and well liked in Hollywood community. ✌

[@tiffsaver]

I just watched the bio on Barbara Stanwyck. Without her unfailing, constant support, he would have even made it through his first big film, "Golden Boy." That's the kind of person Stanwyck was. But I'm getting off topic... my favorite Holden role was in "Love is a Many-Splendored Thing." For my money, it was the single greatest Hollywood screen romance of the 20th century, bare none.

[@elijahskyeagle7292]

He was my favorite so glad he turned OUT to be the man i thought he was and he was very handsome AND wouldn't have aged as much as he did in 50s and his 60s it was his alcohol problem but he had s smile anf personality that came right off the screen and was infectious because as they said he wss real and all around good guy.

[@DeeNice681]

Should have won Oscars for 'Sunset Boulavard', and 'Network'!

[@blondwiththewind]

I've not seen "Sunset Boulavard"....I'll have to give it a look. I have seen "Network", you are right....it was spectacular. (liked the original move, with Holden, much better than the re-make....but both were darned good and had a great message to the viewer).

[@elchoya8770]

should have at least got nominated for THE WILD BUNCH 1969.

[@kalalakapay]

@@blondwiththewind 😢😢 Never seen Sunset Boulevard???? Greatest film ever made...Alongside Citizen Kane and Metropolis...

[@highland_persuasion]

Yup, but he instead won for the wrong performance.

[@felixnorman9562]

you ain't lying! Don't forget "Stalag 17".

[@carolb3946]

What a good way to honor a good man.

[@m.s.8996]

Always one of my faves - a class act.

[@voicegirl555]

It was 40 years ago today that William Holden died. They didn't find him until 4 days later but this is the anniversary. I can't believe that this find actor has been gone 40 years. I still get pleasure out of watching his films. He was such a good actor. He never never gave a bad performance. From his first film Golden Boy to his last SOB, he was perfect. Thank you William Holden For All Those Films. God Bless You!

[@quaddrix07]

Wonderful piece. One of my all-time favorite actors as a child.

[@harinderkaur7218]

May God bless his soul ! Such souls visit the planet rarely with selfless love for mute creatures. But how alcohol has affected the family is really very sad.May BabaJi bless his family ! His work is amazing !!