Can You Recognize The Hollywood Actors In This Quiz?
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QUESTION 51-Which Oscar-winning actor, who initially failed to meet the weight requirement, joined the Air Force during World War II, becoming the first movie star to enlist in the armed forces?
Correct Incorrect James Stewart----James Stewart, in spite of initially being rejected due to being under the weight requirement, went on to enlist in the Air Force during World War II. He became the first movie star to join the armed forces. Stewart served as a brigadier general and received the Distinguished Flying Cross for his service. He won the Best Actor Academy Award for his role in "The Philadelphia Story" released in 1940.