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Alexander Crichlow Barker Jr. (May 8, 1919 – May 11, 1973), known as Lex Barker, was an American actor. He was known for playing Tarzan for RKO Pictures between 1949 and 1953, and portraying leading characters from Karl May 's novels, [1] notably as Old Shatterhand in a film series by the West German studio Constantin Film .
Lex Barker was an American actor who starred in Tarzan films and other adventure movies in Europe. He was a descendant of Roger Williams and Sir William Henry Crichlow, and won Germany's Bambi Award as Best Foreign Actor of 1966.
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- Rye, New York, USA
- January 1, 1
- New York City, New York, USA
May 12, 1973 · Lex Barker, the 10th actor to play the role of Tarzan in Hollywood films, collapsed and died yesterday. Mr. Barker, who was 53 years old, was found unconscious on Lexington Avenue near 61st...
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Lex Barker was an American actor who starred as Tarzan and in many European films. He was a descendant of Roger Williams and Sir Henry Crichlow, and married five times, including Lana Turner.
- May 8, 1919
- May 11, 1973
Learn about the life and career of Lex Barker, who played Tarzan, Old Shatterhand, and other roles in Hollywood and Europe. Discover his background, achievements, challenges, and legacy in this comprehensive biography.
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Lex Barker was an American actor who played Tarzan of the Apes and other characters from Karl May's novels. He appeared in over 100 films and TV shows from 1948 to 1973, including La Dolce Vita, The Invisible Dr. Mabuse, and The Valley of Death.
