History: Ernst Carlton Brimmer (born ;^[1] July 18, 1893 – September 20, 1949), known professionally as Richard Dix, was an American motion picture actor who achieved popularity in both silent and sound film.^[2] His standard on-screen image was that of the rugged and stalwart hero. He was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actor for his lead role in the Best Picture-winning epic Cimarron (1931).^[3]

Dix appeared in 101 film roles, credited from his first appearance. Plagued by alcoholism, he died at 56, just two years after his film career had ended. Wiki