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Anthony Perkins
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Actor Born: April 4, 1932 in New York City, NY Death: September 12, 1992 in Los Angeles, CA Biography:An shy, slender actor whose name became virtually synonymous with legendary screen "Psycho" Norman Bates despite numerous solid performances in films outside the Hitchcock originated series, "Anthony Perkins"' sensitive and versatile early performances remain unfortunately obscured by his portrayal of the gender-bending sociopath that made filmgoers reluctant to shower alone for decades to come.
Born to actor "Osgood Perkins" in April 1932 (who would die when Tony was but five years old), the young Perkins decided to follow in his father's footsteps when, at age 15, he became a member of the Actor's Equity. Soon taking the stage in summer stock, the fledgling and humble thespian embraced even the more unglamorous aspects of stage work and worked tirelessly to develop into an actor who could find celluloid success. Subsequent performances in such Rollins College productions as The Importance of... Full Biography
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