Adolphe Menjou was an American actor who appeared in over 100 films between 1910 and 1963. He was known for his debonair demeanor and distinguished looks, which made him a popular leading man in the 1920s and 1930s. He was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actor for his role in the 1930 film Morocco. He also starred in such films as The Sheik, A Star is Born, Paths of Glory, and Top Hat.