| Definition: | | Gary Cooper Although Cooper portrayed the archetypal American man in such classic films as Meet John Doe and Mr. Deeds Goes to Town , and heroic, larger-than-life figures in High Noon and Pride of the Yankees , the actor`s personal life was far from ideal. Remembrances by the actor`s daughter, close friends, and fellow actors provide insight into Cooper`s darker side: his troubled relationships and his cooperation with the House Un-American Activities Committee, which blacklisted numerous Hollywood screenwriters and actors for their supposed Communist ties. more details ... |