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Richard Chamberlain - Biography, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Filmography
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Born on March 31, 1934, Richard Chamberlain is a well-known American television, theater and film actor. Three times became a laureate of the Golden Globe.
Born into a wealthy family, from the age of 2 he lived in Beverly Hills. Studied in good schools and also studied painting in college. However, in college he became interested in theater and after graduation he continued his development in this direction. The beginning of his career was slowed down by conscription. Richard served 2 years in Korea.
Upon his return home, he starred in episodic roles in the films Alfred Hitchcock Presents and Trunk Smoke, and in his spare time attended courses to improve theatrical skills.
In the 60s, luck smiled at him - among 36 candidates, it was Chamberlain who got the main role in the series Doctor Kielder, which quickly became a sensation, and the actor himself became the star of the screen. In 1963 he was nominated for the first Golden Globe Award. In 1968, Richard accomplished a peculiar feat - for the first time in 40 years in England, the role of Hamlet was played by an American. This performance was greeted with enthusiasm and applause.
In the 70s, a new film was released with Richard Chamberlain - The Count of Monte Cristo, followed by the film The Man in the Iron Mask. In 1981, the Shogun series was released, repeating the success of Dr. Kielder and joining the ranks of his fans with young people. The third globe brought the actor the shooting in a mini-series called The Thorn Birds, which is also considered one of his best works.
In the 90s, the actor continued to act in films and theater. In the 21st century, such films were released with the participation of Richard Chamberlain: Strength and Honor, The Pavilion, The Ideal Family and others. Also, the actor continues to actively act today, at the age of 81.
Richard Chamberlain has gray eyes, natural light brown hair, fair skin and medium lips. The shape of the face is oval, the forehead is medium, the hair is straight, thick. Richard Chamberlain does not change his hair color, giving preference to natural. The actor has a small, straight nose and a rounded chin. Richard Chamberlain occasionally lets go of his mustache and beard. The actor's height is 185 cm, no tattoos.
