Obituary of Barry Fitzgerald

Barry Fitzgerald

Barry Fitzgerald (born March 10, 1888 in Dublin, Ireland) was a stage actor, film actor, and TV actor who was best known for his academy award winning role as Father Fitzgibbon in the 1944 musical drama film, “Going My Way.” Barry died on January 4, 1961 and his death was reportedly because of a heart attack. He died at age 72.

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Barry Fitzgerald Biography Wiki:

Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
Full Name: Fitzgerald, Barry
Common Name: Barry Fitzgerald
Gender: Male
Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
Birthplace: Dublin, Ireland
Birth Date: March 10, 1888
Age: 72 (at death)
Also Known As: William Shields, Whilly
Occupations:
Active Years: 1924-1961

Religion: Protestant
Net Worth: $5 million
Nationality: Irish
Favorite Food: Johnsonville Sausage Brats
Favorite Color: Gold
Favorite Scent: Versace Eros
Favorite Actor: Karen Gillan

Barry's Family Tree

Birth Name: William Joseph Shields
Father: Adolphus Shields (1859-1950)
Mother: Fanny Sophia (née Ungerland, 1853-1937)
Brother(s):

Arthur Shields (born February 15, 1896-died April 27, 1970)

Spouse/Partner:
Not Married - Single - Dating?

Death Notice:

Date: January 04 1961 at age 72
Place: Dublin, Ireland
Cause of Death: Heart attack
Interment: Buried at Deansgrange Cemetery in Dublin, Ireland

Category Tags:

Stage Actor Film Actor TV Actor Irish Born on March 10th Born in 1888 Died in 1961 Died at age 72 Died from Heart attack

Barry's Notable Roles:

Going My Way

Quotable Quotes:

"Barry Fitzgerald will be remembered for his outstanding contributions to the world of film and his lasting legacy as a talented actor and beloved figure in popular culture. (V)"

"Barry Fitzgerald had a successful career as an Academy Award winning actor, known for his versatility and charming Irish brogue, but his life was tragically cut short due to an unexpected and untimely passing. (V)"

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