Michael Crawford

Michael Crawford is an English actor, comedian, stuntman, singer, and voice artist known for his stage and screen performances.

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Profession :

Movie Actor

Birthday :

January 19, 1942

Age :

83

Michael Crawford, a renowned British actor, singer, and comedian, is best known for his role as the Phantom in Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “The Phantom of the Opera.” He has received numerous accolades, including an Olivier Award and a Tony Award, for his exceptional stage performances. Crawford has also appeared in films such as “Hello Dolly!”, “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum,” and “Hello, Frisco, Hello.” In 1987, he was appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) for his contributions to the entertainment industry.

A lesser-known fact about Crawford is that he provided the voice for Cornelius in the 1978 animated musical film “The Lord of the Rings,” alongside actors like John Hurt and Anthony Daniels.

In August 2019, Silman-James Press published Michael Crawford’s audiobook acting guide, “Taro Meyer’s AUDIOBOOK ACTING.” Crawford remains a prominent figure in the entertainment industry, with a successful career spanning film, television, and stage performances. Interestingly, his first stage appearance was as Sammy the Little Sweep in his school production of Benjamin Britten’s Let’s Make an Opera.