British actor (1923–2014)

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Richard Attenborough
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Richard Samuel Attenborough, Baron Attenborough (/ˈætənbərə/; 29 August 1923 – 24 August 2014) was an English actor, film director and producer. Attenborough was the president of the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art … Wikipedia
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The Lord Attenborough
Born Richard Samuel Attenborough
(1923-08-29)29 August 1923
Cambridge, England
Died 24 August 2014(2014-08-24) (aged 90)
Northwood, London, England
Factsheet
The Lord Attenborough
Born Richard Samuel Attenborough
(1923-08-29)29 August 1923
Cambridge, England
Died 24 August 2014(2014-08-24) (aged 90)
Northwood, London, England
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Wikipedia
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Richard Attenborough - Wikipedia
2 weeks ago - He joined the Royal Air Force during ... the conflict from the rear gunner's position. He was the older brother of broadcaster and nature presenter Sir David Attenborough and motor executive John Attenborough....
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Daily Mail
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David Attenborough reads brother Richard's opening Lords speech at memorial service | Daily Mail Online
March 17, 2015 - Film veteran Lord Attenborough, who dominated the British film business for more than half a century, died last August at the age of 90. His brother, TV wildlife presenter Sir David Attenborough, chose to read from Richard's maiden speech in ...
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Rest In Peace David Attenborough’s brother, who passed away 11 years ago.
I hope your socks get wet today More on reddit.com
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Richard and David Attenborough, the dinosaur guys one for fictional dinos, the other for real dinos
The GOATS. I think everyone here appreciates and loves these two More on reddit.com
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TIL that The actor Richard Attenborough, old guy naturalist from Jurassic Park, is the real life brother to David Attenborough, old guy naturalist from the BBC.
John Hammond was far from being a naturalist. More on reddit.com
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Richard Attenborough died before the Rizzler was born ...
Timeline comparisons! For reference: She was born in 1929. Barbara Walters is 5'5" or 1.65m. We don't want actual scale comparisons though, just timeline comparisons! More on reddit.com
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IMDb
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Richard Attenborough - Biography - IMDb
His son, Michael Attenborough, is also a director. He has two younger brothers, the famous naturalist Sir David Attenborough and John Attenborough, who has made a career in the motor trade.
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Richardattenborough
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A Biography of Richard Attenborough
Richard Attenborough was born in Cambridge on Wednesday 29th August 1923 and is the eldest of three brothers. His brothers are John and David Attenborough, David is the famous naturalist and TV presenter.
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Wikipedia
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David Attenborough - Wikipedia
4 days ago - In 1936 Attenborough and his brother Richard attended a lecture by Grey Owl (Archibald Belaney) at De Montfort Hall in Leicester, and were influenced by his advocacy of conservation.
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BBC
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Film world gathers to remember Lord Attenborough - BBC News
March 17, 2015 - Sir Ben Kingsley and Lord Attenborough's brother, TV wildlife presenter Sir David Attenborough, were among those who spoke during the Westminster Abbey ceremony.
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Express.co.uk
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David Attenborough's heartbreaking concerns about brother Richard: 'Close to tears' | Celebrity News | Showbiz & TV | Express.co.uk
May 12, 2022 - This week, the nature expert shares an insight into the life and work of actor and director Richard Attenborough, his brother. Richard’s younger brother, the legendary nature broadcaster Sir David Attenborough, will also feature in the program, ...
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Encyclopedia Britannica
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Richard Attenborough | Biography, Movies, & Facts | Britannica
2 days ago - Attenborough—the eldest of three brothers, one of whom was nature documentarian Sir David Attenborough—was raised in Leicester, England, where his father was principal of the local university. In 1942 he graduated from the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA), and that year he also made his film debut in Noël Coward’s In Which We Serve.
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BBC
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Attenborough family photos released to mark anniversary - BBC News
August 24, 2015 - The pictures include one of Lord Attenborough and his brother Sir David performing as children.
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SMH
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Oh, brother: Tributes flow for David Attenborough, as Richard Attenborough dies
August 24, 2014 - British actor and director Richard Attenborough has died, but his brother ...Credit: AP · Upon hearing the news, user "Richard" tweeted: "David Attenborough you will be sorely missed!", before another user, "Chloe-Amanda Bailey", corrected ...
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SBS
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'RIP David Attenborough': Twitterers confuse Richard for brother David | SBS News
August 25, 2014 - Brothers David and Richard Attenborough. Some have confused the pair after it was revealed Richard (right) had died overnight.
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IMDb
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Richard Attenborough | Actor, Producer, Director
April 20, 2012 - Publicity listings · 1 Biographical Movie · 1 Print Biography · 2 Portrayals · 4 Interviews · 10 Articles · 5 Magazine Cover Photos · Edit · Trivia · Has two brothers, naturalist/presenter David Attenborough, and John Attenborough.
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The Independent
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Richard Attenborough dead: Fans confuse film legend for his brother, David Attenborough | The Independent | The Independent
August 25, 2014 - People erroneously mourn the death of "famous nature documentarian David Attenborough", whose brother Richard died yesterday
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Bournemouth Echo
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John Attenborough, youngest brother of David and Richard Attenborough | Bournemouth Echo
December 31, 2012 - JOHN Attenborough was born in Isleworth in 1928, the youngest brother of broadcaster Sir David Attenborough CBE and actor Lord Richard Attenborough.
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National Portrait Gallery
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Richard Attenborough - Person - National Portrait Gallery
/ Person - Richard Attenborough ... Actor, producer and director; brother of Sir David Attenborough · Richard Samuel Attenborough, Baron Attenborough ·...
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OK! Magazine
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David Attenborough’s family life - from Jurassic Park brother to fellow anthropologist son - OK! Magazine
March 26, 2023 - He is the younger sibling of the late actor, director, and producer Richard Attenborough, who is well-known for his performances in movies such as Jurassic Park and Miracle on 34th Street.
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Findmypast
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Journey from humble roots to national stardom with David Attenborough's family tree | Blog | Findmypast.co.uk
November 15, 2022 - Here she is as a five-year-old, living with her mother Sarah and her grandparents - David Attenborough's great great grandparents - John and Sarah Attenborough. Her father George however isn't listed - it's possible he was working away. Frederick would not be born for another nine years. Even four generations back, as far as 1841, the family are still all living in Stapleford, Nottingham. David and his siblings were the first to break the mould and move to the big city.