Richard Dix

Ernst Carlton Brimmer (born ; July 18, 1893 – September 20, 1949), known professionally as Richard Dix, was an American motion pictureactor who achieved popularity in both silent and sound film. 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).

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.