Obituary of Laird Cregar

Laird Cregar

Samuel Laird Cregar (born July 28, 1913 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) was a stage actor and film actor who was best known for his performances in films such as “I Wake Up Screaming” and “The Lodger.” Laird died on December 9, 1944 and his death was reportedly because of a heart attack. He died young at age 31.

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Laird Cregar Biography Wiki:

Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
Full Name: Cregar, Laird
Common Name: Laird Cregar
Gender: Male
Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
Birthplace: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Birth Date: July 28, 1913
Age: 31 (at death)
Also Known As: Sam
Occupations:
- Stage Actor
- Film Actor

Net Worth: $3 to $5 million
Nationality: American
Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
Favorite Color: Violet
Favorite Scent: Miss Dior Blooming Bouquet
Favorite Actor: Robert Downey Jr

Laird's Family Tree

Birth Name: Samuel Laird Cregar
Father: Edward Matthews Cregar
Mother: Elizabeth Cregar (née Smith)
Spouse/Partner:
Not Married - Single - Dating?

Death Notice:

Date: December 09 1944 at age 31
Place: Los Angeles, California, United States
Cause of Death: Heart attack
Funeral Arrangements: Held on December 13, 1944
Interment: Buried at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Glendale, California, United States

Category Tags:

Stage Actor Film Actor American Born on July 28th Born in 1913 Born in Pennsylvania Died in 1944 Died at age 31 Died from Heart attack

Laird's Notable Roles:

I Wake Up Screaming
The Lodger

Quotable Quotes:

"[from one of his final interviews] I have a feeling the studio is almost beginning to consider me an actor now, instead of a type." (IMDB)

"Laird Cregar was an amazing person and I will miss him dearly. You will never know how much you mean to me. (V)"

"Laird Cregar led a remarkable life, captivating audiences with his talent and charisma, and although his time on this earth was cut short, his memory and impact continue to live on in the hearts and minds of those who loved and admired him. (V)"

"Laird Cregar's professional life was marked by his immense talent and dedication to his craft, which propelled him to become one of the most renowned actors of his time; however, his sudden and untimely death at the height of his career was a tragic loss for the entertainment industry. (V)"

Is Mr. Laird Cregar still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.