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Known For
Actor
Birthday
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Died
Birthplace
New York City, New York, USA
Height
185 cm (6'0")
Nationality
Religion
Atheism
Political Party
Democratic Party
Languages
English
Spouse
Norma Anderson (1946-1969)
Children
5 children: Bill Lancaster, Jimmy Lancaster, Joanna Lancaster, Sighle Lancaster, Susan Lancaster
Education
DeWitt Clinton High School, New York University
Zodiac Sign
♏ Scorpio
Chinese Zodiac
牛 Ox
Name Origin
English < Proto-Indo-European (*-nós)
Popularity
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Career
Career spanning 63 years (1947-2010)
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Screen debut
First screen credit at age 33
Year context
Born in 1913 -- Federal Reserve System established; Woodrow Wilson was US president
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Filmography (50)
AWARDS (19)
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Golden Boot Awards
1995
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Academy Award for Best Actor
1961
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Theatre World Award
1946
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David di Donatello for Best Foreign Actor
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Biography
Burton Stephen "Burt" Lancaster (November 2, 1913 – October 20, 1994) was an American film actor noted for his athletic physique and distinctive smile (which he called "The Grin"). Later he took roles that went against his initial "tough guy" image. In the late 1950s Lancaster abandoned his "all-American" image and came to be regarded as one of the best actors of his generation.
Lancaster was nominated four times for Academy Awards and won once — for his work in Elmer Gantry in 1960. He also won a Golden Globe for that performance and BAFTA Awards for The Birdman of Alcatraz (1962) and Atlantic City (1980). His production company, Hecht-Hill-Lancaster, was the most successful and innovative star-driven independent production company in Hollywood of the 1950s, making movies such as Marty (1955), Trapeze (1956), and Sweet Smell of Success (1957).
Lancaster also directed two films: The Kentuckian (1955) and The Midnight Man (1974).
In 1999, the American Film Institute named Lancaster nineteenth among the greatest male stars of all time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old was Burt Lancaster?
Burt Lancaster was born on and passed away on at the age of 80.
Where was Burt Lancaster born?
Burt Lancaster was born in New York City, New York, USA.
What movies or shows has Burt Lancaster been in?
Burt Lancaster has 50 credits in our database. Notable titles include L'ultimo gattopardo: Ritratto di Goffredo Lombardo (2010), Filmmakers vs. Tycoons (2005), Luchino Visconti (2002), Voyage of Terror: The Achille Lauro Affair (1990), The Betrothed (1989).
What is Burt Lancaster known for?
Burt Lancaster is primarily known as an actor. Burton Stephen "Burt" Lancaster (November 2, 1913 – October 20, 1994) was an American film actor noted for his athletic physique and distinctive smile (which…
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