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Robert Byrd (II) (1917–2010)

A powerful representative and senator from the state of West Virginia, Robert Carlyle Byrd has left an impressive mark on American politics. One of the longest serving senators, he is considered "the Dean of the Senate" - a true master of the body's arcane rules and procedures. He lead the Senate Democrats from 1977-1986... See full bio »

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(age 92) in Fairfax, Virginia, USA

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Filmography

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2003 Gods and Generals
Confederate General (as Robert C. Byrd)
 
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2007 Body of War (documentary)
Himself
 
2007 18 in '08 (documentary short)
Senator Robert Byrd
 
2004 Charlie Rose (TV series)
Himself - Guest
Episode dated 26 July 2004 (2004) … Himself - Guest
 
2003 Our Friend Saddam (TV documentary)
Himself
 
1989 Booknotes (TV series)
Himself
Episode dated 18 June 1989 (1989) … Himself (as Sen. Robert Byrd)
 
1972 Meet the Press (TV series)
Himself
Episode dated 31 December 1972 (1972) … Himself (as Sen. Robert C. Byrd)
 
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2010 The American Experience (TV series documentary)
 
2005 Why We Fight (documentary)
Himself
 
2004 The World According to Bush (TV documentary)
Himself
 
1995 The Speeches of Nelson Mandela (video documentary)
Himself - Applauds Mandela (uncredited)
 
1992 Stalking the President: A History of American Assassins (documentary)
Himself - Behind Reagan and Baker
 

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Personal Details


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Official Sites:

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Alternate Names:

Robert C. Byrd | Sen. Robert C. Byrd | Sen. Robert Byrd
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Trivia:

The only member of congress known to be a former member of the KKK. See more »

Nickname:

Sheets Byrd See more »

Star Sign:

Scorpio