Basil Rathbone, born Philip St. John Basil Rathbone on 13 June 1892, in Johannesburg, South Africa, was a distinguished British actor renowned for his portrayal of Sherlock Holmes in 14 films from 1939 to 1946. Rathbone's family moved back to England when he was three, and he later attended Repton School in Derbyshire, where his passion for acting blossomed. His career spanned stage, film, and television, earning him acclaim for his versatility and commanding presence. Rathbone's early stage debut came in 1911, and he served as an intelligence officer in World War I. He became a celebrated Shakespearean actor and achieved notable success on both Broadway and the London stage. Rathbone's film career began in the silent era, and he became an iconic figure in cinema, particularly for his roles in historical and adventure films. Basil Rathbone passed away on 21 July 1967, in New York City, leaving behind a legacy as one of the great actors of his time.
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