Edward Woodward
English actor and singer
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About Edward Woodward
Edward Woodward was a stage and film actor of British nationality. He started as a stage performer before joining the film industry. In 1946, he made his stage debut when he appeared in the play, “A kiss for Cinderella”.
In 1955, he made his first film appearance in the movie titled “Where There’s a Will”. In 1967, he came into the limelight and became a Hollywood superstar in the 1980s. He featured in several plays, TV series, and films including “Romeo and Juliet” in 1958, “Julius Caesar” in 1969, “EastEnders” in 2009, “Three for All” in 1975, and “A Congregation of Ghosts” in 2009.
Education
He studied at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, Kingston College, Elmwood High School, Kingston Day Commercial School, E Wallington, Sydenham Road School, and Eccleston Road School.
Family
His parents were Violet Edith and Edward O. Woodward. In 1952, he got married to Venetia Barrett but divorced her in 1986. The following year, he married Michele Dotrice, his second wife. Woodward fathered four children namely, Sarah Woodward, Emily Woodward, Tim Woodward, and Peter Woodward.
Awards
He won the British Academy Television Award for “Best Actor” in 1970. Also, he was the winner of the Golden Globe Award for “Best Television Drama Actor” in 1986. Additionally, he was the RTS Television Actor of the Year for two consecutive years (1969 and 1970). In 1978, Woodward was honored with the Officer of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire.
Trivia
His birth name was Edward Albert Arthur Woodward.
Woodward’s height was 1.75 meters.
His two sons are film actors.
He supported the Labour Party during U. S. A’s general election in 1970.
Woodward’s grandson is Sam Woodward.
In 1996, he had bypass surgery three times.
In 1987, he had a heart attack.
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F.A.Q. about Edward Woodward
When is his birthday?
Edward Woodward's birthday is on June 1, 1930.
In how many days is his birthday?
Edward's birthday is in 37 days
How old was Edward when he died?
He was 79 years old.
When did he die?
He died in November 16, 2009.
How old would he be today?
Edward Woodward would be 93 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Edward from?
He was born in Croydon, Surrey, England, UK.