Paul Scofield

Stage Actor

Birthday January 21, 1922

Birth Sign Aquarius

Birthplace England

DEATH DATE Mar 19, 2008 (86)

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About

British actor who appeared in both the stage and screen productions of A Man for All Seasons. He is also known as an esteemed performer of Shakespearean roles.

Before Fame

He began working professionally with touring companies that entertained British troops during World War II.

Trivia

He received a Tony award for his Broadway performance in A Man for All Seasons.

Family Life

He married actress Joy Parker in 1943; together, they had two children.

Associated With

He performed in an acclaimed 1962 production of William Shakespeare's King Lear.