Which legendary 1930s film star was nicknamed the "King of Hollywood"?

I've seen a few movies that featured Clark Gable. My mother loved him & swore he was the greatest actor of all time. I think she was in love with him because he looked like my father, who was a good looking guy in his own right. Had Gable's mysterious charm as well. Too bad nature didn't pass those qualities to me. Anyway, I fail to see any extraordinary acting quality in Gable's work. At best he was an "average" actor, as are most attractive male actors who achieve stardom. Am I just envious? You bet!

Tinker20665, ditto, a beautiful man, that aged well, a v good actor

PointyDormouse60089, they didn't have tic-tacs back then but he should have had mouthwash on set at all times. Severe halitosis is indicative of other health problems in most cases.

Player #4576909, native american and African american heritage, he never denied it but MGM didnt advertise it.

m1ke n3ss, that is a good ?, he began his career during that time, a v underrated actor for his time.

What makes Clark Gable stand out is his unique personality and distinctive voice. Same for other famous actors of that era. I can't say that for most entertainers that came a generation later.

Most famous son of Cadiz Ohio.

m1ke n3ss, PM