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Charles Laughton ( / ˈlɔːtən /; [1] 1 July 1899 – 15 December 1962) was a British-American actor. He was trained in London at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art and first appeared professionally on the stage in 1926. In 1927, he was cast in a play with his future wife Elsa Lanchester, with whom he lived and worked until his death.
Wonderful classic actor, Charles Laughton, entertained movie audiences, in his many varied screen characterizations for over 30 years, always with excellence and a very unique style. Here are 32 of the best of the unforgettable, Charles Laughton.
Actor: Witness for the Prosecution. Charles Laughton was born in Scarborough, Yorkshire, England, to Eliza (Conlon) and Robert Laughton, hotel keepers of Irish and English descent, respectively. He was educated at Stonyhurst (a highly esteemed Jesuit college in England) and at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (received gold medal).
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- Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA
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May 3, 2024 · Charles Laughton (born July 1, 1899, Scarborough, Yorkshire, England—died December 15, 1962, Hollywood, California, U.S.) was a British actor and director who defied the Hollywood typecasting system to emerge as one of the most versatile performers of his generation.
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Charles Laughton. Jump to Edit. Overview. Born. July 1, 1899 · Victoria Hotel, Scarborough, North Yorkshire, England, UK. Died. December 15, 1962 · Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA (gall bladder cancer) Height. 5′ 7½″ (1.72 m) Mini Bio.
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- December 15, 1962
Charles Laughton was an English actor counted amongst the most versatile performers of his generation. He was also a successful director, producer and screen writer. An accomplished character actor of both the stage and film, he was as adept at playing classical roles as he was in modern ones.
Feb 26, 2016 · The secret life of Hunchback star Charles Lawton and Bride of Frankenstein star Elsa Lanchester revealed in new Oran Mor play | Glasgow Times. Theatre. By Brian Beacom. Picture Nick Ponty 24/2/16Play Pie and Pint MR & MRS LAUGHTON, featuring Abigail McGibbon and Steven McNicoll. (57541693)
