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John Raitt Biography

Birth Name:John Emmett Raitt

Birth Place:Santa Ana, California, United States

Profession Actor, Soundtrack

Fast Facts

  • In 1945, he became the recipient of a Theatre World Award
  • Was the father of singer and songwriter Bonnie Raitt
  • Was the grandfather of animator and digital artist Bay Raitt
  • Would frequently perform in stage roles in various musicals
  • In 1945, he made his Broadway debut in the musical "Carousel․"
  • Performed in the 1952 Broadway proudction "Three Wishes for Jamie․"
  • In 1975, he performed in the original Broadway play "A Musical Jubilee․"

Awards

  • 1958Golden Laurel-Top Male Musical Performance: nominated