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Melville Cooper

A seasoned character actor, George Melville Cooper brings unforgettable depth to iconic films—from the villainous Sheriff of Nottingham to the bumbling Mr. Tringle—crafting memorable moments in Hollywood classics.

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George Melville Cooper was an English actor known for his appearances in several classic films. He portrayed the High Sheriff of Nottingham in *The Adventures of Robin Hood* (1938), Mr. Collins in *Pride and Prejudice* (1940), and Mr. Tringle, the wedding-rehearsal supervisor, in *Father of the Bride* (1950). Cooper's career spanned a range of character roles, often in supporting parts that added depth to the productions in which he appeared.

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