Paul Scofield

British actor Paul Scofield had an extended career performing almost the entire Shakespeare cannon. He rose to national fame playing Alexander the Great on the West End. He went on to perform Shakespeare all over the globe and received numerous awards, including the Commander of the British Empire Medal, for his efforts. On March 19, 2008, Scofield died following an extended battle with leukemia. He was 86.

Fast Facts

1. Birth name: David Paul Scofield
2. Born: January 21, 1922
3. Died: March 19, 12008
4. Birthplace: Hurstpierpoint, Sussex
5. Spouse: Joy Parker
6. Awards: 1 Academy Award and Appointed Commander of the British Empire
7. Debut movie: That Lady (1955)

Notable Roles

• Sir Thomas More in A Man For All Seasons (1966)
• Mark Van Doren in Quiz Show (1994)
• Thomas Danforth in The Crucible (1996)
• The Birdman in When the Whales Came (1989)

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