Argentine actors who deceased at age 51
Here are 2 famous actors from Argentina died at 51:
Barry Norton
Barry Norton (June 16, 1905 Buenos Aires-August 24, 1956 Hollywood) also known as Alfredo Carlos Birabén was an Argentine actor and ballroom dancer. He had one child, Sharon Biraben Rider.
He died caused by myocardial infarction.
Barry Norton began his career as a dancer in Argentina, performing in local ballrooms. He later moved to the United States to pursue his passion for acting and made his debut in the film world with "The Devil's Cabaret" in 1930. He achieved great success in Hollywood, appearing in over 70 films throughout the 1930s and 1940s. He often played suave, debonair characters in films such as "The Sea Bat" (1930), "Hell's Angels" (1930), and "Wings in the Dark" (1935).
In addition to his career in films, Norton was also a popular stage actor, making his Broadway debut in "Allá en el Rancho Grande" in 1936. He continued to perform on stage throughout his career, even receiving critical acclaim for his role in the 1954 Broadway production of "Can-Can".
Despite his success in Hollywood, Norton also faced personal struggles throughout his life. He was married several times and struggled with alcoholism, which contributed to his decline in popularity in the 1950s. However, his contributions to the world of film and dance continue to be remembered and celebrated to this day.
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Nelo Cosimi
Nelo Cosimi (April 5, 1894 Macerata-October 5, 1945 Buenos Aires) was an Argentine screenwriter, film director and actor.
He began his career as a journalist but soon moved on to filmmaking in the early days of Argentine cinema. He directed and wrote the script for his first film, "The Valley of Tears" in 1917, which was a great success. Over the course of his career, he directed and wrote scripts for over 40 films. Cosimi was known for his creativity and artistry in his filmmaking, and his works often explored complex social and political issues. In addition to his film work, he was also a member of the Argentine Civil Association for Intellectual Development and a professor at the Institute of Cinematography. Cosimi's contributions to Argentine cinema were significant, and he remains an important figure in the history of Argentine cinema.
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