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Richard Burton (I) (1925–1984)
Probably more frequently remembered for his turbulent personal life and multiple marriages, Richard Burton was nonetheless regarded as one of the great British actors of the post-WWII period. Burton was born Richard Walter Jenkins in Pontrhydyfen, Wales, to Edith Maude (Thomas) and Richard Walter Jenkins, a coal miner. His mother died while he was ...
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Born:in Pontrhydyfen, Wales, UKDied:(age 58) in Céligny, Geneva, Switzerland |
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Actor (79 credits)
Actor (79 credits)
1984
Ellis Island
(TV Mini-Series)
Sen. Phipps Ogden
Sen. Phipps Ogden
- Episode #1.3
(1984)
... Sen. Phipps Ogden
- Episode #1.2
(1984)
... Sen. Phipps Ogden
- Episode #1.1
(1984)
... Sen. Phipps Ogden
1981-1984
Wagner
(TV Mini-Series)
Richard Wagner
Richard Wagner
- Episode #1.9
(1984)
... Richard Wagner
- Episode #1.8
(1984)
... Richard Wagner
- Episode #1.7
(1984)
... Richard Wagner
- Episode #1.6
(1984)
... Richard Wagner
- Episode #1.10
(1983)
... Richard Wagner
1982
The Fall Guy
(TV Series)
Richard Burton
Richard Burton
- Reluctant Traveling Companion
(1982)
... Richard Burton
1960
BBC Sunday-Night Play
(TV Mini-Series)
George Holyoake
George Holyoake
- A Subject of Scandal and Concern
(1960)
... George Holyoake
1960
Buick-Electra Playhouse
(TV Series)
Philip Rawlings
Philip Rawlings
- The Fifth Column
(1960)
... Philip Rawlings
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Producer (2 credits)
Producer (2 credits)
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Soundtrack (2 credits)
Soundtrack (2 credits)
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Director (1 credit)
Director (1 credit)
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Writer (1 credit)
Writer (1 credit)
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Thanks (4 credits)
Thanks (4 credits)
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Self (86 credits)
Self (86 credits)
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Archive footage (67 credits)
Archive footage (67 credits)
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Other Works:
He acted in William Shakespeare's play, "Hamlet," at the Old Vic Theatre in London, England with Claire Bloom, Michael Hordern, and Fay Compton in the cast. Michael Benthall was director. See more »Publicity Listings:
4 Biographical Movies | 16 Print Biographies | 1 Portrayal | 6 Interviews | 47 Articles | 18 Pictorials | 53 Magazine Cover Photos | See more »Height:
5' 9" (1.75 m)
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Personal Quote:
If I had a chance for another life, I would certainly choose a better complexion. See more »Trivia:
His 1964 performance of "Hamlet" is the longest run of the play in Broadway history with 137 performances. It broke the record held by John Gielgud, who played the part for 132 performances and who directed Burton's Broadway production. See more »Trademark:
Frequently played historic or real-life figures. See more »Nickname:
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