Gig Young (November 4, 1913 – October 19, 1978) was an American film, stage, and television actor. Known mainly for second leads and supporting roles, Young won an Academy Award for his performance as a dance-marathon emcee in the 1969 film They Shoot Horses, Don't They?.
Born Byron Elsworth Barr in St. Cloud, Minnesota, his parents John and Emma Barr raised him and his older siblings in Washington D.C. He developed a passion for the theatre whil...
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Date of birth:
- Nov 4, 1913
Date of death:
- Oct 19, 1978 (age 65 years)
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Height:
- 1.85 m (6.07 ft )
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Also known as:
- Byron Elsworth Barr,
- Gig,
- Byron Barr,
- Ronald Reed,
- Bryant Fleming
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