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Walter Lawrence Burke (August 25, 1908 – August 4, 1984) was an American character actor of stage, film, and television whose career in entertainment spanned over a half century. Although he was a native of New York, Burke's Irish ancestry often led to his being cast in roles as an Irishman or Englishman.
Walter Burke (1908-1984) was a highly recognizable actor who played leprechauns and other roles. He appeared in films such as All the King's Men (1949) and TV shows such as The F.B.I. (1973).
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- Brooklyn, New York, USA
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- Woodland Hills, Los Angeles, California, USA
Highly recognizable Irish-American character actor whose small stature and wizened features made him resemble a leprechaun (a role which he played on more than one occasion). Probably best known as Willie Stark's bodyguard in All the King's Men (1949).
- August 25, 1908
- August 4, 1984
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Walter Burke was an Irish-American character actor who appeared in films and TV shows from the 1950s to the 1970s. He is best known for his roles in All the King's Men, The Fall Guy, and The Stone Killer.
Highly recognizable Irish-American character actor Walter Burke parlayed his slight frame and wizened face into numerous parts in films and television series of the 1950s and '60s. Born in Brooklyn to parents who had emigrated from Ireland, he first acted on the stage, making his Broadway debut...
Walter Burke was a versatile character actor who appeared in films such as All the King's Men, My Fair Lady and The Untouchables. Learn more about his life, career and roles on AllMovie.
Learn about the life and career of Walter Burke, an Irish-American character actor who appeared in films and TV shows such as \"All the King's Men\" and \"Perry Mason\". Find out his date of birth, birth place, filmography and more on Fandango.