Edmond O'Brien(1915-1985)

At the age of 10 he learned conjuring tricks from his neighbor, Harry Houdini.

Versatility is a dangerous thing. It's very satisfying to portray many types of roles, but often your own identity gets lost. Seldom does a producer say, "This is an Eddie O'Brien part." On the other hand, while the rewards may be great in fame and financially for stars, the work becomes monotonous. No actor who plays himself is a happy person.