Peter Sellers
Richard Henry "Peter" Sellers CBE (8 September 1925 – 24 July 1980) was an English[1] actor and comedian best known for his three roles in Dr. Strangelove, as "Inspector Clouseau" in The Pink Panther movies, and as Clare Quilty in the original 1962 screen version of Lolita.
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Born | Richard Henry Sellers 8 September 1925 |
Died | 24 July 1980 54) | (aged
Cause of death | Heart attack |
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Years active | 1948 – 1980 |
Spouse(s) | Anne Howe (m. 1951–1961, divorced) Britt Ekland (m. 1964–1968, divorced) Miranda Quarry (m. 1970–1974, divorced) Lynne Frederick (m. 1977–1980, his death) |
Awards | Best Actor 1959 I'm All Right Jack Best Actor - Musical/Comedy 1980 Being There |
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