Richard Griffiths - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | July 31, 1947 |
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| Died | March 28, 2013 (age 65) |
| Birthplace | Thornaby-on-Tees, North Riding of Yorkshire, England, UK |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo - (see also Richard Griffiths's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Pig |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Portraying Vernon Dursley in the Harry Potter series and Uncle Monty in 'Withnail and I'. |
Intro
Richard Griffiths was a celebrated English actor known for his versatility across film, television, and stage. He gained international recognition for his role as Vernon Dursley in the Harry Potter film series, and for his acclaimed performances in movies such as 'Withnail and I' and 'The History Boys.' He was highly regarded for his commanding presence and distinctive voice.
Early Life & Background
Richard Griffiths was born into a working-class family in Thornaby-on-Tees. Both of his parents were deaf, so he learned sign language at an early age. He left school at 15, later returning to education and studying drama at Manchester Polytechnic School of Drama.
Career Highlights
- Portrayed Vernon Dursley in the Harry Potter series (2001–2010)
- Played Uncle Monty in the cult film 'Withnail and I' (1987)
- Won the Laurence Olivier Award and a Tony Award for Best Actor for his role in 'The History Boys' (stage and film adaptation)
- Appeared in films such as 'Chariots of Fire', 'Sleepy Hollow', and 'The Naked Gun 2½: The Smell of Fear'
- Performed with the Royal Shakespeare Company and National Theatre
Trivia
- He was appointed an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in 2008 for services to drama
- Known for his distinctive voice, he also worked extensively as a radio actor
- Griffiths was noted for his wit and warmth in both professional and personal circles
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Richard Griffiths was born the 31 July 1947.
Thornaby-on-Tees, North Riding of Yorkshire, England, UK.
On His Birth-Day
About July 31st, 1947, in brief:
- Day of the week: July 31st, 1947 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Leo (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: I Wonder Who's Kissing Her Now (Decca) by Perry Como (Ted Weems Orchestra)
- Popular movie: The Fugitive directed by John Ford
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