Burt Lancaster was an American actor and producer. Initially known for playing tough guys with a tender heart, over his 45-year career in films and television, he achieved success by taking on more complex and challenging roles.

He was a four-time Academy Award nominee for Best Actor and also received two BAFTA Awards and a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor. The American Film Institute ranked Lancaster 19th among the greatest male stars of classic Hollywood cinema.

After the successful film "From Here to Eternity," Burt gained high popularity in Hollywood. The actor had a athletic physique, which made him sought after for underwear modeling.