George Chakiris
American actor and dancer, West Side Story
Born
September 16th, 1932
92 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An American actor and dancer achieved prominence through the iconic role of Bernardo in the film adaptation of 'West Side Story'. The performance in the film, released in 1961, garnered critical acclaim and led to winning an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor. Moreover, significant work was done in television, appearing in series like 'The Dick Van Dyke Show' and 'The Love Boat'. In addition to acting, showed talent as a dancer in various productions throughout the 1950s and 1960s, contributing to the arts during that period.
Won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor
Performed as Bernardo in West Side Story
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