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(born May 22, 1907, Dorking, Surrey, Eng. - died July 11, 1989, near London) British actor, director, and producer. He began his professional career in 1926 and joined the old-viccompany in 1937, playing many major Shakespearean roles. With ralph-richardsonhe codirected the Old Vic (1944 - 50), and he acted in some of its greatest productions, including Richard III, Henry IV, and Oedipus Rex. He was knighted in 1947. From 1950 he directed and acted under his own management; his notable productions included Antony and Cleopatra and The Entertainer (1957). He was the founding director of the National Theatre (1962 - 73), one of whose theatres is now named for him. In 1970 he was created a life peer, the first actor ever to be so honoured. His many films include Wuthering Heights(1939), Rebecca (1940), Hamlet (1948, Academy Award), The Entertainer (1960), and Othello (1965). He was married to the actresses vivien-leighand (from 1961) Joan Plowright (b. 1929).
Sir Laurence Olivier was born on May 22, 1907 and died on July 11, 1989. Sir Laurence Olivier would have been 82 years old at the time of death or 108 years old today.
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Who are the only persons who have been nominated for Best Director Best Actor and Best Supporting Actor?
Three actors have accomplished the feat: Sir Laurence Olivier, George Clooney and Sir Kenneth Branagh.
Which two actors directed themselves to Best Actor Oscars?
There were two: Laurence Olivier won Best Actor for Hamlet (1948), which he directed; Roberto Benigni won Best Actor for Life Is Beautiful (1998), which he directed.
When did Laurence Sinclair die?
Laurence Sinclair died on 2001-05-14.
When did Laurence Eddinger die?
Laurence Eddinger died in 1928, in New York, USA.
When did Olivier Hussenot die?
Olivier Hussenot died on August 25, 1978, in Meudon, Hauts-de-Seine, France.
Which seaside town is Sir Lawrence Olivier Baron Olivier of?
Sir Laurence Olivier is the Baron of Brighton.
How old was Sir Laurence Olivier at death?
Sir Laurence Olivier died on July 11, 1989 at the age of 82.
What is the birth name of Laurence Olivier?
Laurence Olivier's birth name is Laurence Kerr Olivier.
How did Laurence olivier die?
Dermatomyositis - a muscle disorder.
Was sir Laurence olivier gay?
He was bi-sexual, like many actors.
How tall is Laurence Olivier?
Laurence Olivier is 5' 10".
Sir Laurence Olivier won an Academy Award in the 1940s for his film portrayal of which Shakespearean character?
Hamlet.
What has the author Laurence Olivier Olivier written?
Laurence Olivier Olivier has written: 'Confessions of an actor' -- subject(s): Actors, Biography
What is Laurence Olivier's birthday?
Laurence Olivier was born on May 22, 1907.
When did Laurence Olivier Presents end?
Laurence Olivier Presents ended in 1978.
When was Laurence Olivier Presents created?
Laurence Olivier Presents was created in 1976.
When was Laurence Olivier Award created?
Laurence Olivier Award was created in 1976.
