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Charles Durning

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American actor (1923-2012)

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It sits within the topics 1923 births, 2012 deaths and 20th-century American male actors.

Person · Open Library

Born
1923
Works
1

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Type
Person
Country
US
Active from
1923-02-28
Active to
2012-12-24

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Listeners
583
Total plays
2,776

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Born
Charles Edward Durning , ( 1923-02-28 ) February 28, 1923, Highland Falls, New York , U.S.
Died
December 24, 2012 (2012-12-24) (aged 89), New York City , U.S.
Resting place
Arlington National Cemetery , 38°52′25″N 77°03′51″W / 38.8737°N 77.0641°W / 38.8737; -77.0641
Occupation
Actor
Years active
1951–2012
Spouses
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Children
3, including Jeanine
Allegiance
United States
Branch
United States Army
Service years
1943–1946
Rank
Private First Class
Unit
1st Infantry Division , 100th Infantry Division
Conflicts
World War II Operation Overlord Battle of the Bulge
Awards
Silver Star Bronze Star Purple Heart Good Conduct Medal World War II Victory Medal

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date of death
2012-12-24
Commons category
Charles Durning
date of birth
1923-02-28
start of work period
1945-00-00
birth name
Charles Edward Durning
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Encyclopedic overview

Charles Edward Durning (February 28, 1923 – December 24, 2012) was an American actor who appeared in over 200 movies, television shows and plays. He received various accolades, including a Golden Globe Award and a Tony Award, in addition to nominations for two Academy Awards and nine Primetime Emmy Awards. In 2008, Durning was awarded with Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award. His best-known films include The Sting (1973), Dog Day Afternoon (1975), The Muppet Movie (1979), True Confessions (1981), Tootsie (1982), Dick Tracy (1990), and O Brother, Where Art Thou? (2000). Prior to his acting career, Durning served in World War II and was decorated for valor in combat.

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