Howard Keel

Howard Keel was a towering presence in the golden age of movie musicals, embodying a charismatic baritone that anchored some of MGM's most beloved productions. His commanding stage presence, honed on Broadway in hits like 'Carousel' and 'Oklahoma!', translated seamlessly to the screen. Keel became a star with 'Annie Get Your Gun' and delivered iconic performances... more in 'Show Boat', 'Kiss Me Kate', and the seminal 'Seven Brides for Seven Brothers'. Though the musical era waned, Keel successfully transitioned to rugged Westerns and later found a new generation of fans as the patriarch Clayton Farlow in the hit television drama 'Dallas', demonstrating remarkable career longevity. less