Updated Feb 20, 2026
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Known For
Actor
Occupations
Stage actor, Film director, Screenwriter
Birthday
(Monday)
Died
Birthplace
Santurce, Puerto Rico
Nationality
Citizenship
United States
Languages
English
Spouses
Uta Hagen (1938-1948), Phyllis Hill (1948-1953), Rosemary Clooney (1964-1967)
Children
5 children: Gabriel Ferrer, Letty Ferrer, Monsita Ferrer, Rafael Ferrer, Miguel Ferrer
Education
Princeton University
Zodiac Sign
♑ Capricorn
Chinese Zodiac
鼠 Rat
Popularity
Tier B -- 42,224 Wikipedia views/month
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Career
Career spanning 44 years (1948-1992)
Screen debut
First screen credit at age 35
Year context
Born in 1912 -- Sinking of the Titanic; William Howard Taft was US president
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Filmography (44)
AWARDS (10)
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Distinguished Americans series
2012
WON
B
honorary doctor of the University of Miami
1984
WON
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Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play
1952
WON
G
Tony Award for Best Director
1952
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Biography
José Ferrer (January 8, 1912 – January 26, 1992), was a Puerto Rican actor and director. He was the first Hispanic actor to win an Academy Award.
Connections (10)
Parent of
Miguel Ferrer
Married to
Rosemary Clooney
Spouse of
Uta Hagen
Spouse of
Rosemary Clooney
Spouse of
Phyllis Hill
Spouse of
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Parent of
Letty Ferrer
Parent of
Gabriel Ferrer
Parent of
Monsita Ferrer
Parent of
Rafael Ferrer
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old was José Ferrer?
José Ferrer was born on and passed away on at the age of 80.
Where was José Ferrer born?
José Ferrer was born in Santurce, Puerto Rico.
What movies or shows has José Ferrer been in?
José Ferrer has 44 credits in our database. Notable titles include Arrest the Restless (1992), Hired to Kill (1990), Young Harry Houdini (1987), Dune (1984), Samson and Delilah (1984).
What is José Ferrer known for?
José Ferrer is primarily known as an actor. José Ferrer (January 8, 1912 – January 26, 1992), was a Puerto Rican actor and director. He was the first Hispanic actor to win an…
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