José Ferrer was a Puerto Rican actor born on January 8, 1912, in Santurce, Puerto Rico. He gained prominence for his versatile performances on stage and screen, earning acclaim for his ability to portray a wide range of characters. Ferrer received an Academy Award for Best Actor for his role in "Cyrano de Bergerac" and went on to appear in several notable films, including "Dune," where he played the character of the Emperor, and "Lawrence of Arabia," in which he portrayed the role of the Turkish governor. Additionally, he appeared in Woody Allen's "A Midsummer Night's Sex Comedy," showcasing his talent in both dramatic and comedic roles. Ferrer passed away on January 26, 1992, leaving behind a significant legacy in the film industry.
Personal Info
Profession
Actor
Gender
Male
Birthday
January 8, 1912
Died
January 26, 1992
(at 80 years old)
Place of Birth
Santurce, Puerto Rico
Popularity
1.2
Available Movies
4 released
José Ferrer
Actor
Santurce, Puerto Rico
2
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Awards & Nominations
Major awards verified (Oscars)
● 1
Wins
2
Nominations
1x Oscar
Oscars
1
2 nom.
Complete Award Details 3 Major
● 9
Wins
3
Nominations
Other
8
1 nom.
Oscar
1
3 nom.
| Year | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 1953 | Academy Award for Best Actor Moulin Rouge | |
| 1951 | Academy Award for Best Actor Cyrano de Bergerac | |
| 1949 | Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor Joan of Arc | |
| 2012 | Distinguished Americans series | |
| 1984 | honorary doctor of the University of Miami | |
| 1958 | Tony Award for Best Musical Oh, Captain! | |
| 1952 | Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play | |
| 1952 | Tony Award for Best Director | |
| 1947 | Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play | |
| - | star on Hollywood Walk of Fame | |
| - | Donaldson Awards | |
| - | National Medal of Arts |
| Year | Award |
|---|---|
| 1951 | Academy Award for Best Actor Cyrano de Bergerac |
| 2012 | Distinguished Americans series |
| 1984 | honorary doctor of the University of Miami |
| 1952 | Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play |
| 1952 | Tony Award for Best Director |
| 1947 | Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play |
| - | star on Hollywood Walk of Fame |
| - | Donaldson Awards |
| - | National Medal of Arts |
| Year | Award |
|---|---|
| 1953 | Academy Award for Best Actor Moulin Rouge |
| 1949 | Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor Joan of Arc |
| 1958 | Tony Award for Best Musical Oh, Captain! |
| Year | Festival | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1953 | Oscars | Best Actor | Moulin Rouge | Nominated |
| 1951 | Oscars | Best Actor | Cyrano de Bergerac | Winner |
| 1949 | Oscars | Best Supporting Actor | Joan of Arc | Nominated |
| Year | Festival | Award | For |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1951 | Oscars | Best Actor | Cyrano de Bergerac |
| Year | Festival | Award | For |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1953 | Oscars | Best Actor | Moulin Rouge |
| 1949 | Oscars | Best Supporting Actor | Joan of Arc |
Award details source: Wikidata
About José Ferrer
José Ferrer was born on 8 January 1912 in Santurce, Puerto Rico. José Ferrer passed away on 26 January 1992 at the age of 80. Winner of Oscar. We have 4 films with José Ferrer available. Among José Ferrer's most popular films: Lawrence of Arabia, The Caine Mutiny, Ship of Fools, Moulin Rouge.
Best Known Films of José Ferrer
Career Statistics - José Ferrer
4
Total Credits
14
Years Active
1952 - 1965
7.5
Avg. Movie Rating
1.2
Popularity Score
Role Breakdown
Actor
4 films
Top Genres
Drama (3)
War (2)
Romance (1)
Adventure (1)
History (1)
Frequent Co-Stars of José Ferrer
Best Movies with José Ferrer
A curated selection of their most acclaimed roles.
José Ferrer has 4 films released between 1952 and 1965.