Richard Harris: Net Worth, Career & Life
Richard Harris was an Irish actor, singer, theatrical producer, film director and writer. He was known for his roles in "The Guns of Navarone" (1961), "Mutiny on the Bounty" (1962), "This Sporting Life" (1963), "Man in the Wilderness" (1971), "The Field" (1990) and the "Harry Potter" films. Let's take a look at his net worth and career.
Richard Harris: Net Worth
At the time of his death in 2002, Richard Harris had a net worth of approximately $20 million. This wealth was accumulated through his successful acting career, as well as his work as a singer, theatrical producer, film director, and writer.
Career Highlights
- Early Career: Harris began his acting career in the 1950s, appearing in British television shows and films.
- Breakthrough Role: His breakthrough role came in 1963 with the film "This Sporting Life", for which he received an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor.
- Notable Films: Harris starred in numerous successful films throughout his career, including "The Guns of Navarone", "Mutiny on the Bounty", "A Man Called Horse", and "Unforgiven".
- Harry Potter Series: In his later years, Harris gained a new generation of fans for his portrayal of Albus Dumbledore in the first two "Harry Potter" films.
- Singing Career: In addition to acting, Harris had a successful singing career, releasing several albums and even scoring a hit single with "MacArthur Park" in 1968.
Personal Life
Richard Harris was born on October 1, 1930, in Limerick, Ireland. He was married twice and had three sons. Harris was known for his charismatic personality and his love of acting. He passed away on October 25, 2002, at the age of 72.
