Rex Harrison

Sir Reginald Carey "Rex" Harrison (5 March 1908 – 2 June 1990) was an English actor of stage and screen. One of Harrison's best remembered film roles was that of Professor Henry Higgins in the stage and film versions of My Fair Lady. The role earned him a Tony Award, a Golden Globe Award and Best Actor Oscar. Harrison was born in Huyton, Lancashire, and educated at Liverpool College. After a bout of childhood measles, Harrison lost most of the si... More

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  • Mar 5, 1908

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  • Jun 2, 1990 (age 82 years)

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  • 1.854 m (6.083 ft )

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  • Reginald Carey Harrison,
  • Harrison, Rex

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  • Dec 17, 1978
  • Jun 2, 1990
  • Aug 26, 1971
  • Dec 16, 1975
  • Mar 21, 1962
  • Feb 19, 1971
  • Jun 22, 1957
  • Sep 6, 1959
  • Jan 25, 1943
  • Feb 6, 1957
  • 1933
  • 1942
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Golden Globe Award for Best Actor - Musical or Comedy Film Winners

Golden Globe Award for Best Actor - Musical or Comedy Film Nominees

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