William Claude Rains (10 November 1889 – 30 May 1967) was a British and American actor whose career spanned almost seven decades. He was the recipient of numerous accolades, including four …

Claude Rains. Actor: Casablanca. William Claude Rains, born in the Clapham area of London, was the son of the British stage actor Frederick Rains. The younger Rains followed, making his stage debut …

Nov 6, 2025 · Claude Rains, British motion picture and stage character actor noted for his smooth distinguished voice, polished ironic style, and intelligent portrayal of a variety of roles, ranging from …

Claude Rains, born on November 10, 1889, in London, overcame a challenging childhood and speech impediment to become a celebrated actor. His career began on the London stage, where he honed …

Claude Rains (9 November 1889 – 30 May 1967) was an English stage and film actor whose career spanned 47 years; he later held American citizenship. He was known for many roles in Hollywood …

Rains was known for his subtle nuances in style, his perfect diction, and his mellifluous voice as he skillfully created memorable characters on stage, screen, television, and radio for nearly 50 years.

Claude Rains was a versatile character actor who had an immensely successful career of over 47 years on both stage and screen and who is remembered for outstanding performances in many well known …