Richard Burton was a Welsh actor born on November 10, 1925, in Pontrhydyfen, Wales. He became known for his distinctive voice and powerful performances, making significant contributions to both film and theatre throughout his career. Burton's filmography includes notable works such as "Where Eagles Dare," a World War II action film released in 1968, where he starred alongside Clint Eastwood. He also appeared in the 1984 adaptation of George Orwell's dystopian novel, "Nineteen Eighty-Four," showcasing his versatility as an actor. In addition, he featured in "Exorcist II: The Heretic," the 1977 sequel to the iconic horror film, further solidifying his presence in the film industry. Richard Burton passed away on August 5, 1984, leaving behind a legacy of memorable performances and a lasting impact on cinema.
Personal Info
Profession
Actor
Gender
Male
Birthday
November 10, 1925
Died
August 5, 1984
(at 58 years old)
Place of Birth
Pontrhydyfen, Wales, UK
Popularity
3.1
Available Movies
15 released
Richard Burton
Actor
Pontrhydyfen, Wales, UK
5
Awards & Nominations
Major awards verified (Oscars)
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Wins
7
Nominations
Oscars
7 nom.
Complete Award Details 7 Major
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Wins
9
Nominations
Other
6
2 nom.
Oscar
7 nom.
Golden Globe
1
0 nom.
| Year | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 1978 | Academy Award for Best Actor Equus | |
| 1970 | Academy Award for Best Actor Anne of the Thousand Days | |
| 1967 | Academy Award for Best Actor Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? | |
| 1966 | Academy Award for Best Actor The Spy Who Came in from the Cold | |
| 1965 | Academy Award for Best Actor Becket | |
| 1954 | Academy Award for Best Actor The Robe | |
| 1953 | Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor My Cousin Rachel | |
| 1976 | Special Tony Award | |
| 1964 | Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play | |
| 1961 | Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical Camelot | |
| 1958 | Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play | |
| 1951 | Theatre World Award | |
| - | star on Hollywood Walk of Fame | |
| - | Golden Globe Awards | |
| - | Commander of the Order of the British Empire | |
| - | Grammy Awards |
| Year | Award |
|---|---|
| 1976 | Special Tony Award |
| 1961 | Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical Camelot |
| 1951 | Theatre World Award |
| - | star on Hollywood Walk of Fame |
| - | Golden Globe Awards |
| - | Commander of the Order of the British Empire |
| - | Grammy Awards |
| Year | Award |
|---|---|
| 1978 | Academy Award for Best Actor Equus |
| 1970 | Academy Award for Best Actor Anne of the Thousand Days |
| 1967 | Academy Award for Best Actor Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? |
| 1966 | Academy Award for Best Actor The Spy Who Came in from the Cold |
| 1965 | Academy Award for Best Actor Becket |
| 1954 | Academy Award for Best Actor The Robe |
| 1953 | Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor My Cousin Rachel |
| 1964 | Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play |
| 1958 | Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play |
| Year | Festival | Award | For |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1978 | Oscars | Best Actor | Equus |
| 1970 | Oscars | Best Actor | Anne of the Thousand Days |
| 1967 | Oscars | Best Actor | Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? |
| 1966 | Oscars | Best Actor | The Spy Who Came In from the Cold |
| 1965 | Oscars | Best Actor | Becket |
| 1954 | Oscars | Best Actor | The Robe |
| 1953 | Oscars | Best Supporting Actor | My Cousin Rachel |
Award details source: Wikidata
About Richard Burton
Richard Burton was born on 10 November 1925 in Pontrhydyfen, Wales, UK. Richard Burton passed away on 5 August 1984 at the age of 58. Nominated for an Academy Award. We have 15 films with Richard Burton available. Among Richard Burton's most popular films: Cleopatra, The Robe, Zulu, The Longest Day, Nineteen Eighty-Four.
Best Known Films of Richard Burton
Career Statistics - Richard Burton
15
Total Credits
33
Years Active
1952 - 1984
7.3
Avg. Movie Rating
3.1
Popularity Score
Role Breakdown
Actor
15 films
Top Genres
Drama (13)
History (5)
Action (4)
Romance (4)
War (3)
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