Made acting debut in amateur production of "As Husbands Go" in Sarasota, Florida at age 12

Worked as model with John Robert Powers agency; modeled Arrow Shirts

Professional debut in small role in Stockbridge, Massachusetts stock production of "Fly Away Home"; made Broadway debut when play transferred (1935)

Played young prince in Cole Porter Broadway musical, "Jubilee"

Refused MGM offer to co-star in "Mrs. Miniver" because he wouldn't sign 7-year contract

Made first film, "Red River"

First released film, "The Search"; earned Best Actor Academy Award nomination

Returned to Broadway in "The Seagull"

Wrapped car around a pole after a party at Elizabeth Taylor's house in the middle of shooting "Raintree County" on May 13; undergoes extensive reconstructive facial surgery