Cary Grant's daughter and former wife talk about his struggles with family life


[post_page_title]A move across the pond[/post_page_title]
Born in the British city of Bristol on January 18, 1904, Cary and his older brother John were raised by their parents Elias and Elsie Leach. The family lived in and around Bristol for the entirety of their childhood, being considered working-class with their father being a hard-working but poorly-paid factory worker. After growing up a troubled but talented young man with a gifted flair for theater, Cary started to train in the performing arts.

A move across the pond

In 1922, at 18 years old, Cary moved to the bright lights of New York and joined the Vaudeville traveling theater. It was here that he toured as a juggler, dancer, and general entertainment artist. Throughout all of his younger years, it was clear that Cary encompassed a one-of-a-kind charm when in front of an audience, and most importantly he loved being on the stage. It was a place for him to escape himself…

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