Roddy McDowall was a British-American actor, director, and photographer, born on September 17, 1928, in London, England. He gained fame as a child actor in films like How Green Was My Valley and later became well-known for his roles in the Planet of the Apes series, where he portrayed the character Cornelius. In addition to his film career, McDowall was also a talented television actor, appearing in popular shows such as The Twilight Zone and Batman. He was recognized for his contributions to the entertainment industry with several awards, including a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. McDowall passed away on October 3, 1998.