Victor McLaglen was a British-American actor born on December 10, 1886, in London, England. He gained fame in the early 20th century for his roles in silent films and later in talkies. McLaglen was known for his rugged appearance and often portrayed tough, larger-than-life characters, particularly in Westerns and adventure films. Throughout his career, McLaglen appeared in over 100 films, with notable performances in The Informer (1935), which earned him an Academy Award for Best Actor. He also starred alongside famous actors like John Wayne in several films, solidifying his status as a prominent figure in Hollywood during the 1930s and 1940s.