Robert Hutton

Biography

Robert Hutton, born Robert Bruce Winne on June 11, 1920, in Kingston, New York, was a talented American actor known for his contributions to film and theater. Hutton grew up in Ulster County, New York, as the son of a hardware merchant and a cousin to the renowned Woolworth heiress, Barbara Hutton. He received his education at Blair Academy, an esteemed boarding school in Blairstown, New Jersey.

Before making his mark in cinema, Hutton honed his acting skills at the Woodstock Playhouse in Woodstock, New York, where he performed for two seasons. His film career took off with his debut in "Destination Tokyo" in 1943. Hutton's physical resemblance to the iconic actor Jimmy Stewart allowed him to take on roles during World War II that might have otherwise gone to Stewart, a situation referred to as "victory casting."

Hutton's career spanned several decades, culminating in his last film, "The New Roof," released in 1975. After parting ways with Warner Brothers, he embarked on a journey that included working in movies and television, as well as writing and directing in England for several years. Eventually, he returned to his roots in New York, where he lived until his passing on August 7, 1994.