Richard Harris
Irish actor, singer, film director and writer (1930–2002)
1930 — 2002
Quick Facts
Profession
Irish actor, singer, film director and writer (1930–2002)
Born
October 1, 1930
Died
2002 (age ~72)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
screenwriter, actor, singer
IrelandBorn in LimerickDied in University College Hospital
1930
Born in Limerick (1930-10-01)
1963
AwardCannes Film Festival Award for Best Actor
1967
AwardGolden Globe Award for Best Actor – Motion Picture Musical or Comedy
1973
AwardGrammy Award for Best Audio Book, Narration & Storytelling Recording
2000
AwardEuropean Film Academy Lifetime Achievement Award
2002
Died in University College Hospital
About
Richard St John Francis Harris was an Irish actor and singer. Having studied at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art, he rose to prominence as an icon of the British New Wave. He received numerous accolades including the Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Actor, a Grammy Award, and a Golden Globe. In 2020 he was listed at number 3 on The Irish Times's list of Ireland's greatest film actors.
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Who is Richard Harris?+
Richard St John Francis Harris was an Irish actor and singer. Having studied at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art, he rose to prominence as an icon of the British New Wave. He received numerous accolades including the Cannes Film Festival Award for Best Actor, a Grammy Award, and a Golden
What does the name Richard mean?+
The name Richard means "A male given name from the Germanic languages.. Etymology: From Richard, from Rycharde, from Richard, from Richardus and Ricohardus, from *Rīkahard, from *Rīkaharduz, a construction of nocat=1.". It is of English origin.
When was Richard Harris born?+
Richard Harris was born on October 1, 1930.
When did Richard Harris die?+
Richard Harris died in 2002, at approximately 72 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from the Germanic languages.. Etymology: From Richard, from Rycharde, from Richard, from Richardus and Ricohardus, from *Rīkahard, from *Rīkaharduz, a construction of nocat=1.
The name Richard is of English origin, meaning "A male given name from the Germanic languages.. Etymology: From Richard, from Rycharde, from Richard, from Richardus and Ricohardus, from *Rīkahard, from *Rīkaharduz, a construction of nocat=1.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Names related to Richard
Richard — October 1, 1930
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Libra
Diplomatic, gracious, fair-minded
Air · Venus · Sep 23 – Oct 22
Chinese Zodiac
Horse
Animated, active, energetic
Metal · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
2 Lamat
Star — harmony, beauty, abundance
Celtic Tree
Ivy
Loyal, compassionate, giving
Ogham: Gort · Sep 30 – Oct 27
Birthstone: Opal — Hope, creativity
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