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Edward Woodward Biography
Birth Name:Edward Albert Arthur Woodward
Birth Place:Surrey, United Kingdom
Profession Actor, Producer, Soundtrack
Fast Facts
- Recorded numerous albums of romantic songs, poetry and books on tape
- Anxious to pursue acting since childhood, he joined the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts at age 16
- Initially got his start on stage in London following WWII, but would eventually move on to stage production around the world including New York and Australia
- Often known for his role in 1973's "The Wicker Man", he also appeared in numerous television series over the years including American series, "The Equalizer" during the 1980s
- Only quit smoking after suffering two heart attacks and undergoing triple bypass surgery in the late-90s
- Awarded the OBEY in 1978 for his contributions to the film industry
Awards
- 1970BAFTA TV Award-Best Actor: winner
- 1980AFI Award-Best Actor in a Lead Role: nominated
- 1986Primetime Emmy-Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series: nominated
- 1987Golden Globe-Best Performance by an Actor in a Television Series - Drama: winner
- 1987Primetime Emmy-Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series: nominated
- 1988ACE-Supporting Actor in a Movie or Miniseries: nominated
- 1988Golden Globe-Best Performance by an Actor in a Television Series - Drama: nominated
- 1988Primetime Emmy-Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series: nominated
- 1989Emmy-Outstanding Informational, Cultural or Historic Programming - Segments: winner
- 1989Primetime Emmy-Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series: nominated
- 1989Primetime Emmy-Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series: nominated
- 1990Primetime Emmy-Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series: nominated
- 2006Rondo Statuette-Best DVD Commentary: winner