Graham Greene
Screenwriter · 1979
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Biography
Richard Samuel Attenborough, Baron Attenborough, Kt, CBE (August 29, 1923 – August 24, 2014) was an English actor, filmmaker, entrepreneur, and politician. He was the President of the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA) and the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA). Attenborough joined the Royal Air Force during World War II and served in the film unit. He went on several bombing raids over Europe and filmed action from the rear gunner's position.
As a film director and producer, Attenborough won two Academy Awards for Gandhi in 1983. He also won four BAFTA Awards and four Golden Globe Awards. As an actor, he is perhaps best known for his roles in Brighton Rock, The Great Escape, 10 Rillington Place, Miracle on 34th Street (1994) and Jurassic Park.
He was the older brother of David Attenborough, a naturalist and broadcaster, and John Attenborough, an executive at Alfa Romeo. He was married to actress Sheila Sim from 1945 until his death.
Filmography
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Interesting facts
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In 1976 he received the title of sir and the rank of knight.
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In 2004, the actor's eldest daughter died (along with her daughter and mother-in-law) during the tsunami in Thailand.
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His son is director Michael Attenborough, his daughter is actress Charlotte Attenborough.
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During World War II he served in the Royal Air Force.
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Full name - Richard Samuel Attenborough.
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For the last five years of his life, he was confined to a wheelchair after an unfortunate fall caused by a stroke. In March 2013, he was placed in a nursing home due to his deteriorating health.
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He studied at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, and later became the head of the academy and remained in that position until the last days of his life.
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He has two younger brothers - film director David Attenborough and John Attenborough.
Family & relationships
Sheila Sim
wife · Children: 3
Frequent collaborators
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