Sam Levene

Sam Levene was a distinguished stage and screen actor, renowned for originating the iconic role of Nathan Detroit in the original Broadway production of "Guys and Dolls." His career spanned decades, marked by memorable performances in film noir classics such as "The Killers," "Brute Force," and "Crossfire," as well as the quintessential New York film "S... moreweet Smell of Success." Levene earned a Tony nomination for his powerful performance in "The Devil's Advocate." Though he excelled on stage and in film, his indelible portrayal of Nathan Detroit remains a highlight of his substantial contribution to American theater and cinema. less