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George Maharis Biography

Birth Name:George Maharis

Birth Place:Astoria, New York, United States

Profession Actor, Soundtrack

Fast Facts

  • In 1965, he won the Golden Laurel Award for New Faces
  • Decided to become an actor instead of a singer after he injured his vocal cords
  • Trained in acting at the Neighborhood Playhouse and Actor's Studio
  • Is best known for his role in the series "Route 66․"
  • Spent some time serving in the U․S․ Marine Corps
  • Was featured in the Jean Genet theatrical production "Deathwatch․"
  • In 1962, his album "Portrait in Music" was released

Awards

  • 1962Primetime Emmy-Outstanding Continued Performance by an Actor in a Series (Lead): nominated