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Albert Finney

Actor Albert Finney

Profession: Actor

Nationality:
England
English

Biography: Albert Finney was an English actor who came to fame with his film debut in The Entertainer (1960), which was directed by Tony Richardson. Subsequently Finney, having previously worked in theatre, became known for his many film roles.

Finney was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actor four times: Tom Jones (1963), Murder on the Orient Express (1974), The Dresser (1983), and Under the Volcano (1984). He won a BAFTA, Golden Globe, and an Emmy.

Born: May 9, 1936
Birthplace: Salford, England, United Kingdom

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rat
Star Sign: Taurus

Died: February 7, 2019 (aged 82)

Historical Events

  • 1963-09-29 "Tom Jones" film based on the novel by Henry Fielding, directed by Tony Richardson, starring Albert Finney and Susannah York premieres at the Venice Film festival (Best Picture 1964)
  • 1982-03-21 Movie "Annie" directed by John Huston, starring Aileen Quinn, Albert Finney and Carol Burnett premieres
  • 1984-04-22 CBS premiere of TV film "Pope John Paul II", starring Albert Finney in title role

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