William Hutt
Known For
Acting
Born
1920-05-02
Died
2007-06-27
Biography
William Hutt, born in 1920 in Toronto, crafted a distinguished career rooted in Canada's theatre scene. Opting for a quieter path, he joined the Stratford Shakespearean Festival, becoming an integral part since its inception in 1953. Renowned for his iconic Shakespearean roles like Hamlet and Lear, he periodically explored film and television, showcasing his talent in performances like Tiny Alice on Broadway and Long Day’s Journey Into Night. After 37 seasons at Stratford, he retired in 2005 with a reprisal of Prospero in The Tempest, marking a celebrated legacy. Hutt, an influential mentor, shaped the careers of numerous Canadian performers like Colm Feore and Christopher Plummer, leaving an indelible mark on the theatre. He was slated to return to Stratford in 2007 but had to cancel due to health reasons. Graduating from the University of Toronto in 1949, he impacted the theatrical world through his 130 productions over 39 seasons at Stratford.
Most Known For
Twice in a Lifetime
as Lionel
The Starlost
as Dr. Pete Marshall
Covergirl
as Alton Cockridge
Slings & Arrows
as Charles
The National Dream
as John A. Macdonald
Hallmark Hall of Fame
as Ross
Hallmark Hall of Fame
as Le Bret
Emily of New Moon
as Reverend Pitch
The Statement
as Le Moyne
The Shape of Things to Come
as Lomax (voice)
The Trojan Horse
as Miles Fortnum
The Elephant Man
as Bishop How
There Was a Crooked Man
Oedipus Rex
as Chorus Leader
Macbeth
as Ross
The Wars
as Mr. Ross
Tennessee Williams' South
The Greatest Man in the World
as General Galway
Long Day's Journey Into Night
as James Tyrone
Much Ado About Nothing
as Leonato