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Richard Widmark - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | December 26, 1914 |
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| Died | March 24, 2008 (age 93) |
| Birthplace | Sunrise Township, Minnesota, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also Richard Widmark's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Tiger |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Starring in films such as 'Kiss of Death', 'Night and the City', 'Pickup on South Street', and 'Judgment at Nuremberg' |
Intro
Richard Widmark was an American actor known for his roles in film noir, Westerns, and drama films, achieving fame with his debut in 'Kiss of Death' and maintaining a career as a leading man and character actor for more than four decades.
Early Life & Background
Richard Widmark was born on December 26, 1914, in Sunrise Township, Minnesota. He grew up in Illinois and New York, attended Lake Forest College, and initially planned to pursue law or teaching before entering the entertainment industry via radio.
Career Highlights
- Made a sensational film debut as Tommy Udo in 'Kiss of Death' (1947), earning an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor [1][2].
- Starred in a wide range of successful films including 'Night and the City' (1950), 'Panic in the Streets' (1950), 'Pickup on South Street' (1953), 'Judgment at Nuremberg' (1961), and 'How the West Was Won' (1962) [1][2].
- Transitioned to starring roles in Westerns and war movies throughout the 1950s and 1960s.
- Worked in both television and on stage, in addition to his extensive film career.
Trivia
- Widmark's chilling performance in 'Kiss of Death' led to his trademark as a villain early in his career [1].
- He was awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1960 [1].
- Widmark was married to screenwriter Jean Hazlewood for over fifty years, until her death in 1997 [2].
FAQs
People also ask
When was Richard Widmark born?
Richard Widmark was born the 26 December 1914.
Where is Richard Widmark from?
Sunrise Township, Minnesota, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About December 26th, 1914, in brief:
- Day of the week: December 26th, 1914 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: directed by D.W. Griffith
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