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Richard Farnsworth
Actor
Richard William Farnsworth (September 1, 1920 – October 6, 2000) was an American actor and stuntman. He is best known for his performances in Comes a Horseman (1978), for which he received an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor; The Grey Fox (1982), for which he received a Golden Globe Award nomination for Best Actor in a Motion Picture - Drama; Anne of Green Gables (1985); Misery (1990); and The Straight Story (1999), for which he received a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Actor.
Richard Farnsworth filmography
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Who is Richard Farnsworth?+
Richard Farnsworth was an American actor and stuntman who spent over three decades working behind the scenes before transitioning into critically acclaimed lead roles.
What is Richard Farnsworth known for?+
He is recognized for his Academy Award-nominated portrayal of Alvin Straight in The Straight Story and for his performance as Matthew Cuthbert in the television film Anne of Green Gables. Explore his full filmography on Mood.
What kind of work did Richard Farnsworth do?+
His career was defined by his expertise in Westerns, beginning as a stuntman and riding double, which eventually evolved into a respected career as a character actor and lead performer.
