Richard Bird was an American actor known for his roles in “Don’t Take It to Heart!”, “Mimi”, and “Chamber of Horrors”. He was born on April 4, 1895, in Liverpool, England, UK, and had a notable career in both theater and film.
Personal and Family Life
Richard Bird, born George Bird, was married to Joyce Barbour from March 1931 until her death on March 14, 1977. His family life remained private, but his dedication to his work was evident throughout his lengthy career in acting.
Career Highlights
Bird began his acting journey on stage with the Liverpool Repertory Company in 1917. He became recognized for his distinctive performances in middle-aged comedy roles in various films during the mid-20th century, showcasing his talent across numerous productions.
Death and Legacy
Richard Bird passed away in December 1979 in Northwood, London, England. His contributions to theater and film, particularly in character acting, have left a lasting impact on the industry, and he is remembered fondly for his work during the golden age of British cinema.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Door with Seven Locks | 1940-10-12 | Inspector Cornelius ‘Andy’ Sneed |
| Forbidden | 1949-02-28 | Jennings |
| The Great Defender | 1934-11-26 | Eric Hammond |
| Sensation | 1936-12-16 | Henry Beicher |
| The Warren Case | 1934-07-30 | Louis Bevan |
| What Happened Then? | 1934-09-24 | Peter Bromley |
| Mimi | 1935-03-28 | Colline |
| Invitation To The Waltz | 1935-10-01 | Weber |
| The Crouching Beast | 1935-08-29 | Nigel Druce |
| I’ll Walk Beside You | 1943-08-16 | John Brent |
| The Water Gipsies | 1932-03-21 | Ernest |
| Tilly of Bloomsbury | 1931-04-29 | Dick Mainwaring |
| Nine Till Six | 1932-03-14 | Jimmie Pennarth |
| The Right to Live | 1933-01-01 | Richard Fulton |
| White Face | 1932-05-01 | Donald Bateman |
| Bulldog Drummond at Bay | 1937-05-01 | Caldwell |
| Don’t Take It to Heart | 1944-11-13 | Ghost / Arthur |
| The Secret Thread | 1962-01-05 | Larry |
| The Halfway House | 1944-02-01 | Squadron Leader Richard French |
| Detective | 1964-03-30 | Seth Crabtree |
| Public Eye | 1965-01-23 | Jackson |