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Peter Lawford

British-american actor (1923-1984).

Born September 7th, 1923 in London. [ref]

Died December 24th, 1984 at 61 years old in Los Angeles (kidney failure).

Occupations
film actor, film producer, manufacturer, television actor
Wikipedia

On December 24, 1984, Peter Lawford passed away at the age of 61. Lawford was a well-known actor and entertainer. He is best remembered for his role in the classic musical film "Anchors Aweigh" in 1945 and as a member of "The Rat Pack," sharing the stage with the likes of Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis, Jr., Dean Martin, and Joey Bishop. Lawford was nominated for a Golden Globe Award for his work in the 1950 film "The White Tower," and appeared in numerous other movies. His television credits included his Emmy-nominated portrayal of National Security Adviser McHenry in the miniseries "Fame and Fortune," along with several other guest and series roles. Lawford was also a spokesperson for Murine Eye Drops, playing the character of Tony. He was an avid golfer and philanthropist. Lawford is survived by his three children, Christopher, Sydney, and Victoria.

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