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Richard Griffiths

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Richard Griffiths


Full Name and Common Aliases


Richard Thomas Griffiths was a British actor born on July 17, 1947, in Kensington, London, England.

Birth and Death Dates


July 17, 1947 – March 28, 2013 (age 65)

Nationality and Profession(s)


British, Actor

Early Life and Background


Richard Griffiths was the youngest of five children born to William Edward Griffiths, a businessman, and his wife, Joan (née Rees). He grew up in Rugeley, Staffordshire, where he attended King Edward VI School. Griffiths' early interest in acting led him to study at the Central School of Speech and Drama in London.

Major Accomplishments


Griffiths began his career on stage, performing with the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) and later joining the National Theatre's company. He made his film debut in 1973 with a small role in "O Lucky Man!" directed by Lindsay Anderson. Griffiths' breakthrough came when he played the lead in Alan Bennett's one-man show "The Old Country" in 1980, earning him critical acclaim.

Notable Works or Actions


Griffiths appeared in numerous notable films and television shows throughout his career. Some of his most notable roles include:

_Withnail & I_ (1987) as Uncle Marwood
 _Harry Potter_ film series (2005-2011) as Vernon Dursley, Harry's cruel and neglectful uncle
_Hugo_ (2011), Martin Scorsese's adaptation of Brian Selznick's novel "The Invention of Hugo Cabret"
 _Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides_ (2011) as King George II

Impact and Legacy


Richard Griffiths' talent, versatility, and dedication to his craft earned him numerous awards and nominations. He was awarded an OBE (Order of the British Empire) in 2003 for services to drama. Griffiths continued to work tirelessly until his passing on March 28, 2013.

Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered


Richard Griffiths' remarkable talent, impressive range, and memorable performances have cemented his place as one of Britain's most beloved actors. His roles in _Harry Potter_ and _Withnail & I_ remain iconic, while his portrayal of King George II in _Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides_ showcased his comedic skills. Griffiths' commitment to his craft and passion for storytelling have left an enduring impact on audiences worldwide.

Throughout his career, Richard Griffiths demonstrated an unwavering dedication to his art, inspiring generations of actors and leaving behind a legacy that continues to captivate audiences today.

Quotes by Richard Griffiths

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Winning is something you've dreamed about and hoped for, so that when you get there it's no big deal. But if you lose, you're gutted, and the gutted sense just goes on, and I know what that's like, because I've been having that gutted feeling since 1979.
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Winning is something you've dreamed about and hoped for, so that when you get there it's no big deal. But if you lose, you're gutted, and the gutted sense just goes on, and I know what that's like, because I've been having that gutted feeling since 1979.
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Every time I've talked about my family in the past, people have ended up getting upset. So I said to my friends and family: 'I shan't refer to you at all, and there's nothing for you to get upset about. There's the deal.'
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Every time I've talked about my family in the past, people have ended up getting upset. So I said to my friends and family: 'I shan't refer to you at all, and there's nothing for you to get upset about. There's the deal.'
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I think there are people watching me, and if ever I manage to save £1,000 there's someone saying, 'Oh, we'll invent a tax to take that off him.'
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I think there are people watching me, and if ever I manage to save £1,000 there's someone saying, 'Oh, we'll invent a tax to take that off him.'
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I’ve always hated the way I looked, and I’ve never complained about my brains.
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I’ve always hated the way I looked, and I’ve never complained about my brains.
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I trained as an artist originally, so I know what a nice human body looks like, and I would like to look like that notion, and of course I never will. But I’ve got past that.
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I trained as an artist originally, so I know what a nice human body looks like, and I would like to look like that notion, and of course I never will. But I’ve got past that.
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I like playing Vernon Dursley in ‘Harry Potter,’ because that gives me a license to be horrible to kids. I hate the odious business of sucking up to the public.
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I like playing Vernon Dursley in ‘Harry Potter,’ because that gives me a license to be horrible to kids. I hate the odious business of sucking up to the public.
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I don’t think I’d live in London unless you paid me. Nine figures would be nice.
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I don’t think I’d live in London unless you paid me. Nine figures would be nice.
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It’s been the most astonishing year because I’ve been having a marvelous adventure, and yet I kind of sympathize with people who have to live in exile, because I’ve so missed England.
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It’s been the most astonishing year because I’ve been having a marvelous adventure, and yet I kind of sympathize with people who have to live in exile, because I’ve so missed England.
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When I see David Attenborough talking about how chimps live, big apes, I just remember my dad and the way he’d look at you. He couldn’t speak, but everything else about him was, ‘This is us, a family.’ Relationships are just as intense as they are for people who can speak. Probably more so.
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When I see David Attenborough talking about how chimps live, big apes, I just remember my dad and the way he’d look at you. He couldn’t speak, but everything else about him was, ‘This is us, a family.’ Relationships are just as intense as they are for people who can speak. Probably more so.
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Actors do have good and bad sides. It’s because the passage down the birth canal distorts the face. People born by caesarean section are more symmetrical.
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Actors do have good and bad sides. It’s because the passage down the birth canal distorts the face. People born by caesarean section are more symmetrical.
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