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Bruce Boa: Canadian actor (1930-2004).
Born (died at age 73).
Bruce Boa has 5 credits in our database.
The name Bruce means an English name of Norman origin. It refers to the town of Brix in Normandy, France.
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Filmography (5)
Biography
Andrew Bruce Boa (10 July 1930 – 17 April 2004) was a Canadian actor, who found success playing the token American in British films and television, usually playing military types. Boa's most notable film role is in The Empire Strikes Back (1980) as General Carlist Rieekan. On television, his most notable role is probably as the brash, plain-speaking American guest, Mr. Harry Hamilton, in the Fawlty Towers episode "Waldorf Salad".
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How old was Bruce Boa?
Bruce Boa was born on and passed away on at the age of 73.
What movies or shows has Bruce Boa been in?
Bruce Boa has 5 credits in our database. Notable titles include Full Metal Jacket (1987), Octopussy (1983), The Omega Connection (1979), Carry On Emmannuelle (1978), Lillie (1978).
Where can I find more information about Bruce Boa?
You can find more about Bruce Boa on TMDB, Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
