Richard Burton
Richard Burton was a Welsh actor known for his mellifluous baritone voice and his formidable Shakespearean performances.
Movie Actor
November 10, 1925
August 05, 1984
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Richard Burton was a renowned Welsh actor and stage performer, celebrated for his remarkable portrayals of Shakespearean characters. Some of his most notable works include “Hamlet,” “Othello,” and “King Lear.” Throughout his career, Burton received multiple Academy Award nominations and starred in films such as “The Spy Who Came In from the Cold,” “Cleopatra,” “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?” and “1984.” A gifted polyglot, Burton was fluent in over a dozen languages, which he often incorporated into his performances. With his rich baritone voice and exceptional acting skills, he is remembered as one of the greatest actors of his time.