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Actor
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Voice actor, Television actor, Film actor, Actor
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Birthplace
Forth Worth, Texas, USA
Nationality
Citizenship
United States
Languages
English
Education
Texas Christian University, R. L. Paschal High School
Zodiac Sign
♍ Virgo
Chinese Zodiac
鼠 Rat
Name Origin
English < Old English
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Norman Alden is known for acting.
Born in Forth Worth, Texas, USA (died at age 87).
Norman Alden has 27 credits in our database.
Studied at Array.
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Filmography (27)
Biography
Norman Alden (né Adelberg; September 13, 1924 – July 27, 2012) was an American character actor. His career lasted nearly 50 years, including many diverse and memorable performances. Some of his notable roles include the voice of Sir Kay in The Sword in the Stone (1963), Dr. Linstrom in I Never Promised You a Rose Garden (1977), diner owner Lou in Back to the Future (1985), the voice of Kranix in The Transformers: The Movie (1986), the construction foreman in They Live (1988), and cameraman Bill in Ed Wood (1994). Alden also made numerous guest appearances in popular shows like Gunsmoke, Perry Mason, and The Twilight Zone.
Alden first discovered his passion for acting while attending Texas Christian University, where he participated in on-campus theater productions. After serving in the United States Army during World War II, he pursued a career in acting, making his first television appearance in 1957 on The 20th Century Fox Hour. Alden continued to work steadily until his retirement in 2006.
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How old was Norman Alden?
Norman Alden was born on and passed away on at the age of 87.
Where was Norman Alden born?
Norman Alden was born in Forth Worth, Texas, USA.
What movies or shows has Norman Alden been in?
Norman Alden has 27 credits in our database. Notable titles include The Future (2013), K-PAX (2001), JAG (1995), They Live (1988), Murder, She Wrote (1984).
What is Norman Alden known for?
Norman Alden is primarily known as an actor. Norman Alden (né Adelberg; September 13, 1924 – July 27, 2012) was an American character actor. His career lasted nearly 50 years, including many diverse…
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