Robert Adair

British actor, featured in 'The King and I'

Robert Adair - British actor, featured in 'The King and I'
Born

1900
125 years ago

Died

August 10th, 1954
71 years ago — 54 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United Kingdom

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An American-born British actor prominently featured in theater and cinema. Acted in the 1951 West End production of 'The King and I' and made appearances in various films including 'The Last Days of Dolwyn'. Worked extensively in British theater until 1954, contributing to numerous productions and gaining recognition for versatile performances.

Performed in the West End production of 'The King and I'

Appeared in the film 'The Last Days of Dolwyn'

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