Obituary of Peter Cushing
Peter Cushing
Peter Wilton Cushing (born May 26, 1913 in Kenley, United Kingdom) was a film actor, TV actor, and stage actor who was best known for appearing in more than 100 films and was known for his role as Grand Moff Tarkin in the Star Wars trilogy. Peter died on August 11, 1994 and his death was because of prostate cancer. He died at age 81.
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- Net Worth: $10 million
- Nationality: British
- Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
- Favorite Color: Chartreuse
- Favorite Scent: Bloom Gocce di Fiori
- Favorite Actor: Shirley Temple Black
- Birth Name:
Peter Wilton Cushing - Father: George Edward Cushing (1881-1956)
- Mother: Nellie Marie Cushing (née King, 1882–1961)
- Spouse/Partner:
- Helen Cushing (married 1943-1971, her death)
- Date: August 11 1994 at age 81
- Place: Canterbury, England
- Cause of Death: Prostate cancer
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Film ActorTV Actor Stage Actor British Born on May 26th Born in 1913 Died in 1994 Died at age 81 Died from Prostate cancer
Quotable Quotes:
"Who wants to see me as Hamlet? Very few. But millions want to see me as Frankenstein so that's the one I do." (IMDB)
"Born in 1882, Peter Cushing was an English actor and director. He died in 1965 at the age of 74. (V)"
"Peter Cushing lived a remarkable life dedicated to his craft and left a lasting impact on the world of cinema even after his passing. (V)"
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