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Spencer Tracy

Spencer Tracy was an American actor.

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CHAPTER 01

Life and work

Spencer Bonaventure Tracy (April 5, 1900 – June 10, 1967) was an American actor. He was known for his natural performing style and versatility. One of the major stars of Hollywood's Golden Age, Tracy was the first actor to win two consecutive Academy Awards for Best Actor, from nine nominations. During his career, he appeared in 75 films and developed a reputation among his peers as one of the screen's greatest actors. In 1999, the American Film Institute ranked Tracy as the ninth greatest male star of Classic Hollywood Cinema.

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CHAPTER 02

A beginning in Milwaukee

Spencer Tracy was born in Milwaukee. This is a place to begin tracing the life behind the work. The map identifies the wider birthplace area, rather than a childhood home or a building open to visitors.

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CHAPTER 03

Learning at American Academy of Dramatic Arts

Spencer Tracy studied at American Academy of Dramatic Arts. It adds an educational connection to this life’s geography. The marker represents the institution’s present-day area, rather than a verified historic classroom; access arrangements vary.

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THE PLACES BEHIND THE STORY

A life on the map.

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Milwaukee

Spencer Tracy was born in Milwaukee. This is a place to begin tracing the life behind the work. The map identifies the wider birthplace area, rather than a childhood home or a building open to visitors.

Spencer Tracy — biographical record ↗︎

Area reference. Follow public routes; this association does not grant access to private homes, teaching spaces or backstage areas.

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02 / AREA REFERENCE

American Academy of Dramatic Arts

Spencer Tracy studied at American Academy of Dramatic Arts. It adds an educational connection to this life’s geography. The marker represents the institution’s present-day area, rather than a verified historic classroom; access arrangements vary.

Spencer Tracy — biographical record ↗︎

Area reference. Follow public routes; this association does not grant access to private homes, teaching spaces or backstage areas.

Open street map ↗︎

Map reference

IN THE STORY

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