Francis Lederer Biography

Fast Facts

• In 2000, he received the Austrian Cross of Honor for Science and Arts, First Class
• Studied in acting at the Actors Studio under the guidance of Elia Kazan
• Trained in acting at the Academy of Dramatic Art in Prague
• Has served on the board of the American National Theatre and Academy
• In 1939, he became a naturalized citizen of the United States
• Once served as an honorary mayor of the city of Canoga Park, Calif
• Was the founder of the National Academy of Performing Arts