Frank Gorshin, Jr (Frank Gorshin)

Frank Gorshin, Jr

Actor. He was born in Pittsburgh (Pennsylvania). Appearing in more than 100 films, he is best remembered for his portrayal of the character ‘The Riddler’ in the classic 1960s TV series “Batman,” for which he received an Emmy Award nomination. In films, he worked in “The Proud and the Profane” (1956), “The True Story of Jesse James” (1957), “Bells Are Ringing” (1960), “That Darn Cat” (1965). His last work was the role of George Burns in the Broadway hit, “Say Goodnight, Gracie.” (bio by: José L Bernabé Tronchoni)  Family links:  Parents:  Frank Gorshin (1911 – 1998)  Frances Gorshin (1910 – 2003)  Sibling:  Frank Gorshin (1933 – 2005)  Herman L Gorshin (1934 – 1950)* *Calculated relationshipCause of death: Emphysema, Lung cancer

Born

  • April, 05, 1933
  • USA

Died

  • May, 05, 2005
  • USA

Cause of Death

  • Emphysema, Lung cancer

Cemetery

  • Calvary Cemetery
  • Pennsylvania
  • USA

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