Richard Attenborough

Richard Attenborough as Sir William Cecil in Elizabeth

Biography

Born 08/29/1923

Prior to becoming the acclaimed director of epic features, Lord Richard Attenborough was noted for being a diversified actor whose roles ranged from unrepentant misfits to respected military men in both comedies and dramas. After making his mark as the sociopathic Pinky Brown in “Brighton Rock”...
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Awards

  • In 1994, received British Academy of Film Award for Best British Film
  • In 1983, received British Academy of Film Award for Best Film
  • In 1983, received Academy Award for Best Picture

Highlights

  • In 2008, Published in association with his long standing associate, Diana Hawkins, his autobiography, Entirely Up to You, Darling
  • In 2001, Lent his voice to the CBS miniseries, "Jack and the Beanstalk: The Real Story"
  • In 2000, Directed Pierce Brosnan as conservationist, "Grey Owl"

Family & Companions

  • Frederick Levi Attenborough: father (Don at Emmanuel College, Cambridge; was the author of a standard text on Anglo-Saxon law)
  • Mary Attenborough: mother (Founding member of Marriage Guidance Council)
  • David Attenborough: brother (Born in 1927; known for books and TV documentaries on wildlife, evolution and travel)

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