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The Mr. Magoo voice that made Marilyn laugh-and hollowed his life
A character actor's career is built on playing the ultra-rich, but the pretense of wealth becomes both his greatest asset and his undoing.
The Mr. Magoo voice that made Marilyn laugh-and hollowed his life
This episode explores the life and career of Jim Backus, a voice actor whose portrayal of wealthy, oblivious characters like Mr. Magoo brought him fame. It delves into how his mimicry of the upper class, learned from his childhood in Bratenahl, became the foundation of his success and the defining aspect of his identity.
Person: Jim Backus
Born: February 25, 1913
Birthplace: Cleveland, Ohio…
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