Richard Burton

Welsh actor in 'Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?'

Richard Burton - Welsh actor in 'Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?'
Born

November 10th, 1925
99 years ago

Died

August 5th, 1984
40 years ago — 58 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United Kingdom

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Born in Wales, an acclaimed actor and singer gained recognition for a powerful stage presence and distinctive voice. Achieved prominence in film during the 1960s and 1970s. Starred in film adaptations of literary classics, including 'Cleopat­­ra' and 'Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?', showcasing dramatic range. Frequently collaborated with Elizabeth Taylor, both on-screen and off-screen. Received numerous accolades throughout a career spanning over four decades, including two Academy Award nominations for Best Actor.

Starred in 'Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?'

Played Marc Antony in 'Cleopatra'

Featured in 'The Spy Who Came in from the Cold'

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