Rod Steiger
Academy Award winning actor
Born
April 14th, 1925
100 years ago
Died
July 9th, 2002
23 years ago — 77 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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A prominent figure in American cinema, achieved acclaim for versatile performances across various genres. Gained recognition for roles in iconic films such as 'On the Waterfront' and 'In the Heat of the Night', earning an Academy Award for Best Actor for the latter. Steiger also appeared in noteworthy films including 'Doctor Zhivago' and 'The Pawnbroker'. His career spanned over five decades, establishing a legacy in film marked by powerful portrayals and strong character interpretations.
Won an Academy Award for 'In the Heat of the Night'
Starred in 'On the Waterfront'
Featured in 'Doctor Zhivago'
Appeared in 'The Pawnbroker'
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