Edward Goldenberg Robinson (born Emanuel Goldenberg, December 12, 1893January 26, 1973) was a
Romanian-born
American actor. A popular star on stage and screen during
Hollywood's Golden Age, he appeared in 40 Broadway plays and over 100 films during a 50-year career. He is best remembered for his tough-guy roles as a gangster, such as his star-making film
Little Caesar, and
Key Largo.