Personal Info
Known For
Acting
Born
July 12, 1930
(92 years old)
Died
February 25, 2023
Place of Birth
Grand Falls, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
Popular Genres
Drama
Comedy
Romance
Career Span
1951 – 2021
Gordon Pinsent
Gordon Edward Pinsent CC FRSC (July 12, 1930 – February 25, 2023) was a Canadian actor, writer, director, and singer. He began his career in the 1940s, delving into radio dramas before serving in the Canadian Army. His extensive four-decade-long career spans stage, TV, and film, starring in notable works like "Quentin Durgens MP," "The Rowdyman," and "Power Play." He's received numerous awards, including ACTRA, GENIE, and GEMINI Awards, and earned honoraries from several universities. Pinsent's skills extend to writing; his novels inspired feature films, and he penned his memoirs, "By the Way." He shared a close friendship with Marlon Brando, often enjoying drive-in movies with Brando's family.
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Personal Info
Born
Jul 12, 1930
From
Grand Falls, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
Known For
Acting
Career
1951 – 2021
Known For
Frequent Collaborators
Award Recognition
2
Wins
71
Nominations
2
Oscars
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