Oliver Reed

Robert Oliver Reed (13 February 1938 – 2 May 1999) was an English actor known for his burly screen presence. Reed exemplified his real-life macho image in "tough guy" roles. His films include The Trap, Oliver!, Women in Love, Hannibal Brooks, The Triple Echo, The Devils, The Three Musketeers, Tommy, Castaway, Lion of the Desert and Gladiator. Reed was born Robert Oliver Reed in Wimbledon, London, to sports journalist Peter Reed and his wife Marci... More

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  • Feb 13, 1938

Date of death:

  • May 2, 1999 (age 61 years)

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  • 1.8 m (5.9 ft )

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  • Robert Oliver Reed,
  • Ollie,
  • Mr England

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  • Sep 7, 1985
  • May 2, 1999
  • 1959
  • 1969
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