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About Lex Barker
American actor, Lex Barker, was largely counted among one of Hollywood's best performers.
How did Lex Barker become famous?
In the 1950s, he rose to fame as Tarzan in a series of Tarzan films including 1949’s “Tarzan's Magic Fountain” and “Tarzan and the Slave Girl” of 1950. He was also famed for playing the Old Shatterhand character in several films that were adapted from Karl May’s novels. This includes the very popular 1962 film “Treasure of the Silver Lake”.
He was highly appreciated and recognized for his roles in various other critically acclaimed and commercially successful films and television shows, including "Unconquered," "Away All Boats," "Tales of the Vikings," and "Tales of Tomorrow" during his almost three-decade career.
Family
He was married to Carmen Cervera.
He had three children namely Christopher Barker, Lynn Thurlow Barker, and Alexander Crichlow Barker III.
He had a sister named Frederica Amelia Barker.
Alma mater
- Fessenden School
- Phillips Exeter Academy
- Princeton University
Achievements
- Bambi Awards - "Best Actor - International" - nominee (1967)
- Bravo Otto - "Best Actor (Schauspieler)" - nominee (1965)
Cause of Death
Lex Barker’s demise was caused by a heart attack.
Trivia
He was 1.93 meters tall.
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F.A.Q. about Lex Barker
When is his birthday?
Lex Barker's birthday is on May 8, 1919.
In how many days is his birthday?
Lex's birthday is in 228 days
How old was Lex when he died?
He was 54 years old.
When did he die?
He died in May 11, 1973.
How old would he be today?
Lex Barker would be 104 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Lex from?
He was born in Rye, New York, U.S..