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Born December 12, 1893 in Bucharest, Romania
Died January 26, 1973 in Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA (cancer) Buried in Brooklyn, NY.
Birth Name Emanuel Goldenberg. Menashe Goldenberg.
Nicknames Eddie and Manny.
Height 5' 7" (1.7 m)
Emanuel Goldenberg arrived in the United States from Romania at age ten, and his family moved into New York's Lower East Side. He took up acting while attending City College, abandoning plans to become a rabbi or lawyer. The American Academy of Dramatic Arts awarded him a scholarship, and he began work in stock, with his new name, Edward G. Robinson (the "G" stood for his birth surname), in 1913. Broadway was two years later; he worked steadily there for 15 years. His work included "The Kibitzer", a comedy he co-wrote with Jo Swerling. His film debut was a small supporting part in the silent The Bright Shawl (1923), but it was with the coming of sound that he hit his stride. His stellar performance as snarling, murderous thug Rico Bandello in Little Caesar (1931)--all the more impressive since in real life Robinson was a sophisticated, cultured man with a passion for fine art--set the standard for movie gangsters, both for himself in many later films and for the industry. He portrayed the title character in several biographical works, such as Dr. Ehrlich's Magic Bullet (1940) and A Dispatch from Reuters (1940). Psychological dramas included Flesh and Fantasy (1943), Double Indemnity (1944), The Woman in the Window (1944)and Scarlet Street (1945). Another notable gangster role was in Key Largo (1948). He was "absolved" of allegations of Communist affiliation after testifying as a friendly witness for the House Un-American Activities Committee during the McCarthy hysteria of the early 1950s. In 1956 he had to sell off his extensive art collection in a divorce settlement and also had to deal with a psychologically troubled son. In 1956 he returned to Broadway in "Middle of the Night". In 1973 he was awarded a special, posthumous Oscar for lifetime achievement.
Spouse (2)
Jane Robinson (16 January 1958 - 26 January 1973) ( his death)
Gladys Lloyd (21 January 1927 - 20 July 1956) ( divorced) ( 1 child)
Prideful, nasty and violent characters involved in the underworld
Unconventional, almost catfish-like mug. His short, squat frame.
The line "Yeah, See" but pronouncing See as Say for "Yeah, Say" which has become an iconic imitation.


Edward Robinson of Beverly Hills, Los Angeles County, CA was born on December 12, 1893, and died at age 79 years old in January 1973.

Edward Lawrence Robinson of Northcote Australia was born in 1920 in Northcote, and died in 1920 in Preston.

Edward Alfred Robinson was born in 1915 in Collingwood, VIC Australia, and died at age 44 years old on January 13, 1960 in Brunswick. Family, friend, or fan, this family history biography is for you to remember Edward Alfred Robinson.

Edward Robinson of Pebble Beach, Monterey County, CA was born on August 17, 1910, and died at age 81 years old on August 4, 1992.

Edward A Robinson of Salt Lake City, Salt Lake County, Utah was born on November 4, 1911, and died at age 72 years old in August 1984.

Edward P Robinson of Brooklyn, Kings County, NY was born on July 5, 1913, and died at age 69 years old in January 1983.

Edward L Robinson of Boise, Ada County, ID was born on February 8, 1928, and died at age 76 years old on January 18, 2005.

Edward G Robinson of Brenham, Washington County, TX was born on April 20, 1935, and died at age 70 years old on September 2, 2005.

Edward W Robinson of Denver, Denver County, CO was born on May 17, 1925, and died at age 63 years old on March 7, 1989.

Edward Earl Robinson of Turlock, Stanislaus County, California was born on June 11, 1911, and died at age 96 years old on September 1, 2007.

Edward H Robinson Sr of Saint Charles, Saint Charles County, MO was born on August 25, 1927, and died at age 80 years old on May 16, 2008. Edward Robinson was buried at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery
Section 1HH Site 254 2900 Sheridan Road, in St. Louis.

Edward E Robinson of Hannibal, Marion County, Missouri was born on July 14, 1916, and died at age 67 years old in February 1984.

Edward L Robinson of Florissant, Saint Louis County, MO was born on July 8, 1942, and died at age 66 years old on May 2, 2009. Edward Robinson was buried at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery
Section 1-IIB Site 2048 2900 Sheridan Road, in St. Louis.

Edward Robinson Jr of Saint Louis, Saint Louis City County, MO was born on May 26, 1925, and died at age 67 years old on March 24, 1993. Edward Robinson was buried at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery
Section 1F Site 728 2900 Sheridan Road, in St. Louis.

Edward L Robinson of Anaheim, Orange County, California was born on July 14, 1914, and died at age 59 years old in February 1974.

Edward G Robinson Jr of Dallas, Dallas County, TX was born on October 29, 1949, and died at age 54 years old on October 8, 2004.

Edward E Robinson of Houston, Harris County, TX was born on October 10, 1910, and died at age 82 years old in May 1993.

Edward L Robinson of Kirvin, Freestone County, TX was born on January 16, 1926, and died at age 68 years old on March 18, 1994.

Edward J Robinson of Smiley, Gonzales County, TX was born on June 20, 1920, and died at age 80 years old on January 27, 2001.

Edward M Robinson Jr of Fort Worth, Tarrant County, TX was born on July 19, 1924. Edward Robinson was married to Gertrude M. (Smith) Robinson on July 29, 1976 in Dallas County, TX and they separated on March 1, 1990, and died at age 74 years old on June 2, 1999.

Edward E Robinson of San Antonio, Bexar County, Texas was born on September 24, 1943, and died at age 66 years old on March 13, 2010.

Edward E Robinson of Grapevine, Tarrant County, TX was born on November 21, 1918, and died at age 76 years old on October 30, 1995.

Edward S Robinson of Austin, Travis County, Texas was born on July 22, 1915, and died at age 70 years old in April 1986.

Edward Woodrow Robinson of Texas was born on December 20, 1985. Edward Robinson was married to Ann (Logan) Robinson on November 12, 2010 in Travis County, TX, and died at age 22 years old on April 18, 2008.

Edward L Robinson of Whitewright, Grayson County, Texas was born on May 1, 1936, and died at age 43 years old in June 1979.

Edward L Robinson of Dayton, Montgomery County, OH was born on July 22, 1923, and died at age 79 years old on August 26, 2002. Edward Robinson was buried at Dayton National Cemetery
Section 29 Site 585 Va Medical Center - 4100 West Third Street, in Dayton.
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