Updated Feb 20, 2026
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Known For
Actor
Occupations
Film editor, Military officer, Voice actor, Stage actor
Birthday
(Friday)
Died
Birthplace
Norristown, Pennsylvania, USA
Nationality
Citizenship
United States
Children
2 children
Education
West Philadelphia Catholic High School, HB Studio, La Salle University
Zodiac Sign
♎ Libra
Chinese Zodiac
猪 Pig
Name Origin
English < Middle English < Latin < Ancient Greek (Πέτρος)
Popularity
Tier B -- 79,910 Wikipedia views/month
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Screen debut
First screen credit at age 30
Career
Career spanning 40 years (1966-2006)
Year context
Born in 1935 -- Social Security Act signed into law; Franklin D. Roosevelt was US president
Year 1935 →
Zodiac
Born in the Year of the Pig
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Filmography (47)
AWARDS (4)
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Judith Wright Prize
2010
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G
Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series
1996
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G
Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series
1996
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G
Primetime Emmy Awards
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Biography
Peter Lawrence Boyle, Jr. (October 18, 1935 – December 12, 2006) was an American actor, best known for his role as Frank Barone on the sitcom Everybody Loves Raymond, and as a comical monster in Mel Brooks' film spoof Young Frankenstein (1974).
Boyle, who won an Emmy Award in 1996 for a guest-starring role on the science-fiction drama The X-Files, won praise in both comedic and dramatic parts following his breakthrough performance in the 1970 film Joe.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old was Peter Boyle?
Peter Boyle was born on and passed away on at the age of 71.
Where was Peter Boyle born?
Peter Boyle was born in Norristown, Pennsylvania, USA.
What movies or shows has Peter Boyle been in?
Peter Boyle has 47 credits in our database. Notable titles include The Santa Clause 3: The Escape Clause (2006), Bitter Jester (2003), Monster's Ball (2001), Doctor Dolittle (1998), Species II (1998).
What is Peter Boyle known for?
Peter Boyle is primarily known as an actor. Peter Lawrence Boyle, Jr. (October 18, 1935 – December 12, 2006) was an American actor, best known for his role as Frank Barone on the…
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