Charles Brown
American actor known for 'The Pacific'
Born
January 15th, 1946
79 years ago
Died
2004
21 years ago — 58 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An American actor achieved recognition for participation in the HBO miniseries 'The Pacific', which aired in 2010. The series focused on the experiences of U.S. Marines during World War II in the Pacific Theater. In addition to work on 'The Pacific', contributed to various other television and film productions throughout a lengthy career. The individual excelled in portraying complex characters that reflected historical narratives and human experiences.
Appeared in 'The Pacific'
Participated in various television productions
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