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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, 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 a World War II veteran who spoke several languages.
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- Rye, New York, USA
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Lex Barker was an American actor who starred as Tarzan in five films and in over 50 European movies. He was a descendant of Roger Williams and Sir Henry Crichlow, and married five times, including to Lana Turner.
- May 8, 1919
- May 11, 1973
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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...
Learn about the life and career of Lex Barker, the actor who played Tarzan, Old Shatterhand and other roles in Hollywood and Europe. From his early stage debut to his final film appearance, discover how he mastered the jungle, the western and the swashbuckler genres with his charisma and skills.
Lex Barker was an American actor who starred in five Tarzan films and many European movies. Learn about his life, career, ratings, photos and more on Rotten Tomatoes.
Detour: A Hollywood Story is a 1988 memoir by Cheryl Crane, the only daughter of actress Lana Turner, with additional writing from Cliff Jahr. In the book, she recounts her early life, including her alleged sexual abuse by her stepfather Lex Barker, and the 1958 killing of Johnny Stompanato during a domestic struggle.