Was an avid art collector. His private collection at his exclusive hilltop home in Palm Springs featured antique Asian art. Upon his death, the priceless collection was donated to the Palm Springs Museum of Art, where it is proudly displayed today.
Was considered for the role of "Maurice Novak" in Career (1959).
Was friends with photographer Peter Beard.
Was involved in a serious road accident in Italy in July 1966.
Was named #25 Actor on the 50 Greatest Screen Legends by the AFI
Was originally cast for the lead in The Rainmaker (1956), role eventually played by Burt Lancaster.
Was the best man at Ronald Reagan's and Nancy Davis' wedding in 1952.
Was the Top Box Office Star of 1956, as ranked by Quigley Publications' annual poll of movie exhibitors, The Top Ten Money-Making Stars, the definitive list of movie stars' pull at the box office.
Won Best Actor for his role in Stalag 17 (1953). When accepting his statue at the Acadamy Awards, simply stated, "Thank you" and walked off.