Humphrey Bogart (December 25, 1899 – January 14, 1957) was an iconic American actor known for his tough-guy roles and distinct voice. He rose to fame in the 1940s with classics like Casablanca, The Maltese Falcon, and The Big Sleep. Widely regarded as one of the greatest actors in Hollywood history, Bogart won an Academy Award for The African Queen (1951). He was married to actress Lauren Bacall, and together they became one of Hollywood’s most legendary couples. Bogart passed away at age 57 from esophageal cancer but left behind a lasting legacy in film.


📘 Biography

FieldDetails
Full NameHumphrey DeForest Bogart
NicknameBogie
ProfessionActor
Birth DateDecember 25, 1899
Birth PlaceNew York City, New York, USA
Death DateJanuary 14, 1957
Death PlaceLos Angeles, California, USA
Cause of DeathEsophageal cancer
NationalityAmerican
Years Active1921 – 1956
Debut FilmBroadway’s Like That (1930)
Famous ForCasablanca, The Maltese Falcon, The Big Sleep

📏 Physical Stats

AttributeMeasurement
Height5 ft 8 in (173 cm)
WeightApprox. 70 kg (154 lbs)
Eye ColorHazel
Hair ColorDark Brown (graying with age)
Distinctive FeaturesLisp, scar on upper lip, tough-guy persona

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family

RelationName
FatherBelmont DeForest Bogart (Surgeon)
MotherMaud Humphrey (Commercial Illustrator)
Spouse(s)– Helen Menken (m. 1926–1927)
– Mary Philips (m. 1928–1938)
– Lauren Bacall (m. 1945–1957)
Children– Stephen Humphrey Bogart (Son)
– Leslie Howard Bogart (Daughter)

📚 Wiki & More

CategoryInfo
Zodiac SignCapricorn
ReligionEpiscopalian
EducationTrinity School, Phillips Academy
Smoking HabitHeavy smoker
Drinking HabitDrank socially (often shown in roles)
AwardsAcademy Award for Best Actor (1951 for The African Queen)
LegacyRanked #1 on AFI’s “Greatest Male Stars of Classic Hollywood Cinema”

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