Personal Info
Known For:
Acting
Birthday:
August 29, 1923
Place of Birth:
Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, England, UK
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Richard Attenborough
Biography
Richard Samuel Attenborough, Baron Attenborough, Kt, CBE (August 29, 1923 – August 24, 2014) was an English actor, filmmaker, entrepreneur, and politician. He was the President of the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA) and the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA). Attenborough joined the Royal Air Force during World War II and served in the film unit. He went on several bombing raids over Europe and filmed action from the rear gunner's position.
As a film director and producer, Attenborough won two Academy Awards for Gandhi in 1983. He also won four BAFTA Awards and four Golden Globe Awards. As an actor, he is perhaps best known for his roles in Brighton Rock, The Great Escape, 10 Rillington Place, Miracle on 34th Street (1994) and Jurassic Park.
He was the older brother of David Attenborough, a naturalist and broadcaster, and John Attenborough, an executive at Alfa Romeo. He was married to actress Sheila Sim from 1945 until his death.
Known For
Filmography
| Year | TV Show | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Talking Pictures | Self (archive footage) |
| 2006 | The One Show | Self |
| 2001 | Jack and the Beanstalk: The Real Story | Magog |
| 1998 | Parkinson | Self |
| 1988 | This Morning | Self |
| 1987 | Sacrée soirée | Self |
| 1974 | Spécial cinéma | Self |
| 1971 | Great Performances | Self |
| 1968 | The Dick Cavett Show | Self - Guest |
| 1961 | The Mike Douglas Show | Self |
| 1944 | Golden Globe Awards | Self - Nominee/Presenter |
| 1944 | Golden Globe Awards | Self - Winner |