Cary Grant was considered one of the world’s best-known movie stars, but it turns out there was plenty that audiences did not know about the debonair actor. In fact, he was born in England as Archibald Leach, and grew up impoverished and neglected, before finding his way to the U.S. and transforming into the silver screen star we know as Cary Grant. The BritBox series “Archie” explores the actor’s complicated past. Correspondent Seth Doane talks with actor Jason Isaacs, who plays Grant, as well as Grant’s fourth wife, actress Dyan Cannon, who is a producer of the series. #carygrant #archie “CBS News Sunday Morning” features stories on the arts, music, nature, entertainment, sports, history, science and Americana, and highlights unique human accomplishments and achievements. Check local listings for CBS News Sunday Morning broadcast times.
Read Cary Grant’s Recollections, along with seeing the new series:
From Kirkus Reviews
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Forget the other books, this is it. Superb. –Kirkus Reviews
Here’s a book as charming and likable as its subject and that’s saying a lot. –Booklist
The biography Cary Grant deserves . . . This is the standout Grant biography that should remain as his testament in print. –The Philadelphia Inquirer
“For a book about Grant that’s almost as much fun as his films, this is the genuine article.” ––Variety
“I adored Cary Grant—and I couldn’t put this wonderful book down. I read it in one sitting!” —Carol Burnett
“The first book about the real Cary—lively, warm, always entertaining, totally honest—like the man himself. —Gregory Peck
“It’s a funny, lovely book about Cary.” —Katharine Hepburn
“A charmer of a book. You’ll love spending Evenings with Cary Grant.” —Sidney Sheldon
“This wonderful book gives behind-the-scenes examples of an actor who was dedicated to the art of motion pictures and to the profession of acting.” —James Stewart
“Nancy Nelson has definitely captured the essence of CG in her wonderful book.” —Robert Wagner
“This delightful book gives everyone a chance to spend some time with that delightful person—Cary Grant.” —Helen Hayes
“It embraces the Cary Grant I knew and loved.” —Burt Reynold s “A truly wonderful book about a truly wonderful man.” —Liza Minnelli
“As one of the world’s great raconteurs, Cary Grant knew how to spin a yarn, tell a naughty joke, or shape a thoughtful observation. Thank God readers everywhere can now enjoy the company of this remarkable man.” —Jack Haley, Jr.
“In this book you will discover the real Cary Grant, and you will love him even more.” —John Forsythe
“An absolute treasure . . . the only authentic history of his life and loves . . . Reading this book will leave you with the feeling that you have just embraced the warm and wonderful Cary Grant. He was much more than a movie star. He was a magnificent man.” —Abigail (Dear Abby) Van Buren
“A celebration of a life well lived. Thank goodness there is a Nancy Nelson to tell the world about this beautiful human being we knew and loved.” —Jill St. John
A kind and gentle . . . shows the private man who doted on his daughter, lamented his failed marriages and could be as contemplative as he was comic.” –Baltimore Sun
The biography Cary Grant deserves . . . This is the standout Grant biography that should remain as his testament in print. –The Philadelphia Inquirer