John Barrymore

February 15th – John Barrymore’s birthday.  In 2015 there is 133 years since he was born.


John Barrymore – a popular & talented actor on radio, in film and on stage.
Due to personal struggles he prematurely departed, at relatively young age.
John had engaged in screwball comedy, romantic comedy as well as drama.
Unlimited & enriching was his cinematic career and contribution panorama.

He had influenced entertainment field professionals, audience, culture, art.
Barrymore appeared as determined, brave, enthusiastic, intelligent & smart.
He was successful, productive in most work, receiving recognition & acclaim.
Without Oscar’s nomination & win, John earned his own legacy, found fame.

He had exuded gift for comedy as well as portrayed serious characters well.
With charm & vivacity, Barrymore’s able to easily release creativity, propel.
John was a multifaceted, competent, versatile performer with imagination.
His genius and wit contributed to his personal and professional reputation.

John had exhibited intensity & tenderness, able to captivate audience, fans
On stage as well as big screen, which in the entire history cannot be erased.
He had achieved triumph by characters portrayal with impeccability, passion.
The outcome was audience’s praise, critical acclaim and personal satisfaction.

February 15th – birthday of John Barrymore, we value his vast contribution
To the entertainment industry of all times - theater and cinema institution.
His legacy has been imprinted not only in history, but human soul & heart.
We still appreciate John Barrymore’s performances – the state-of-the-art.


Copyright©2015 Mila Alper


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