Sorrell Booke
Television and film actor and director
Achieved prominence as an actor and director, with a career spanning multiple decades. Gained recognition for the role of Boss Hogg in the television series 'The Dukes of Hazzard'. Also had significant roles in film, including appearances in 'The Longest Yard' and 'The Fixer'. Contributed to various theater productions and engaged in voice acting for animated series. Directed stage plays and cultivated a reputation in the performing arts.
Played Boss Hogg in 'The Dukes of Hazzard'
Appeared in 'The Longest Yard'
Directed and acted in theater productions
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January 4th, 1992 34 years ago
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January 4th, 2003 23 years ago
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January 4th, 1986 40 years ago
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Born
January 4th, 1934 92 years ago
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January 4th, 1988 38 years ago
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1949 77 years ago
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April 15th, 1552 474 years ago
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1940 86 years ago
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