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Raymond Burr

Raymond Burr

Actor · born 21 May 1917 · New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada

Raymond William Stacey Burr (May 21, 1917 – September 12, 1993) was a Canadian actor, primarily known for his title roles in the television dramas Perry Mason and Ironside. His early acting career included roles on Broadway, radio, television and in film, usually as the villain. He won two Emmy Awards in 1959 and 1961 for the role of Perry Mason, which he played for nine seasons between 1957 and 1966. His second hit series, Ironside, earned him six Emmy nominations, and two Golden Globe nominations. He is also known for his role as Steve Martin in both Godzilla, King of the Monsters! and Godzilla 1985.

In addition to acting, Burr owned an orchid business and had begun to grow a vineyard. He was a collector of wines and art, and was very fond of cooking.

Where to start: Rear Window (1954).

As actor 125

TV shows 13

Frequently asked questions

What is the best Raymond Burr movie?

By viewer score, Rear Window (1954) at 8.3/10.

What are Raymond Burr’s most popular movies?

Rear Window, Airplane II: The Sequel, A Place in the Sun.

How many movies has Raymond Burr made?

125 films on TMDB, 125 as actor.

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