West Side Story
1961
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May 6, 2021 · George Chakiris, who won an Oscar for playing Bernardo, shares casting stories and memories of the classic film, and gives his take on its biggest controversies over the years. Kevin Fallon....
Dec 9, 2021 · Share to Linkedin. George Chakiris (center) as gang leader Bernardo in 1961's 'West Side Story.'. Mirisch Pictures/United Artists. George Chakiris recalls being aboard a chartered jet with...
George Chakiris is a former American dancer, actor and singer best known for his Academy Award and Golden Globe Award-winning performance in the film titled ‘West Side Story’. Born in Ohio, he was raised in Tucson, Arizona and Long Beach.
Dec 10, 2021 · Actors Rita Moreno and George Chakiris remember the original 'West Side Story' December 10, 20211:39 PM ET. Heard on Fresh Air. Terry Gross. 20-Minute Listen. Playlist. Moreno became the first...
Nov 16, 2011 · BWW Interviews: George Chakiris - Fifty Years After WEST SIDE STORY. By: Joseph F. Panarello Nov. 16, 2011. To those who've seen the Oscar-winning screen adaptation of WEST SIDE STORY, the...
The multi-talented actor, singer and dancer also guest-starred on many television shows and appeared in numerous films including Song of Love, Gentlemen Prefer Blondes, White Christmas, There’s No Business Like Show Business, Diamond Head, Flight from Ashiya and Pale Blood. "Jerome Robbins cast me as Riff and as Bernardo in the film.
Feb 12, 2012 · George Chakiris in Chicago, 2010. Photo Credit: Joe Arce of Starstruck Foto for HollywoodChicago.com. Chakiris was sleeping on couches in New York City, when he won a part in the London stage...
