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Walter Slezak

Walter Slezak - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornMay 03, 1902
DiedApril 22, 1983 (age 80)
BirthplaceVienna, Austria-Hungary (now Austria)
Zodiac SignTaurus - (see also Walter Slezak's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacTiger
GenerationGreatest Generation
Known ForHis performances in Alfred Hitchcock's 'Lifeboat' (1944), the Broadway musical 'Fanny,' and various character roles in films and television.

Intro

Walter Slezak was an Austrian-born actor known for his work in both European and American films and theater. He enjoyed a successful career spanning several decades, appearing in notable projects such as 'Lifeboat' (1944), directed by Alfred Hitchcock, and the Broadway musical 'Fanny,' for which he won a Tony Award.

Early Life & Background

Walter Slezak was born on May 3, 1902, in Vienna. He was the son of opera singer Leo Slezak. He initially studied medicine and later banking, but he turned to acting in the 1920s, first appearing in German films before moving to Hollywood.

Career Highlights

  • Starred in Alfred Hitchcock's 'Lifeboat' (1944)
  • Won the Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical for 'Fanny' (1955)
  • Appeared in films such as 'The Wonderful World of the Brothers Grimm' (1962), 'Come September' (1961), and 'The Pirate' (1948)
  • Acted in television series such as 'Batman' (1966) and 'The Man from U.N.C.L.E.' (1965)
  • Performed on Broadway in various productions

Trivia

  • He was the son of famous operatic tenor Leo Slezak.
  • Known for playing both villainous and comedic roles.
  • Appeared extensively on Broadway and in Hollywood films.

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When was Walter Slezak born?

Walter Slezak was born the 3 May 1902.

Where is Walter Slezak from?

Vienna, Austria-Hungary (now Austria).

On His Birth-Day

About May 3rd, 1902, in brief:

  • Day of the week: May 3rd, 1902 was a Saturday
  • Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • Popular movie: Snow White directed by

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Walter_Slezak
  2. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Walter-Slezak
  3. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0805680/