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Known For
Actor
Birthday
(Thursday)
Died
Birthplace
Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
Height
192 cm (6'3")
Nationality
Languages
English
Children
3 children
Sibling
James Arness
Education
University of Minnesota, Southwest High School
Zodiac Sign
♓ Pisces
Chinese Zodiac
虎 Tiger
Name Origin
English < Middle English < Latin < Ancient Greek (Πέτρος)
Popularity
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Career
Career spanning 47 years (1952-1999)
Screen debut
First screen credit at age 25
Year context
Born in 1926 -- Robert Goddard launches first liquid-fueled rocket; Calvin Coolidge was US president
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Frequent co-star
Appeared in 3 films with Lee Van Cleef
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Filmography (30)
AWARDS (6)
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Golden Plate Award
1970
WON
B
World War II Victory Medal
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Primetime Emmy Award
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American Campaign Medal
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Biography
Peter Graves (born Peter Duesler Aurness; March 18, 1926 – March 14, 2010) was an American actor. While growing up in Minnesota, he excelled at sports and music (as a saxophonist), and by age 16, he was a radio announcer at WMIN in Minneapolis. After two years in the United States Air Force, he studied drama at the University of Minnesota and then headed to Hollywood, where he first appeared on television and later made his film debut in Rogue River (1951). Numerous film appearances followed, especially in Westerns. However, Graves is primarily recognized for his television work, particularly as Jim Phelps in Mission: Impossible (1966). Peter Graves died of a heart attack on March 14, 2010, just four days before his 84th birthday.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old was Peter Graves?
Peter Graves was born on and passed away on at the age of 83.
Where was Peter Graves born?
Peter Graves was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA.
What movies or shows has Peter Graves been in?
Peter Graves has 30 credits in our database. Notable titles include House on Haunted Hill (1999), Mission: Impossible (1988), Aces Go Places 3 (1984), Airplane! (1980), Parts: The Clonus Horror (1979).
What is Peter Graves known for?
Peter Graves is primarily known as an actor. Peter Graves (born Peter Duesler Aurness; March 18, 1926 – March 14, 2010) was an American actor. While growing up in Minnesota, he excelled at…
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