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Anton Walbrook: Biography, Facts and Career

Who is Anton Walbrook? An evergreen, sourced profile: biography, key facts and career.

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Adolf Anton Wilhelm Wohlbrück (19 November 1896 – 9 August 1967) was an Austrian actor who settled in the United Kingdom under the name Anton Walbrook. A popular performer in Austria and pre-war Germany, he left Germany in 1936 out of concerns for his own safety and established a career in British cinema. Walbrook is perhaps best known for his roles in the original British film of Gaslight, The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp, The Red Shoes and Victoria the Great (as Prince Albert).

Quick facts about Anton Walbrook

  • Full name: Anton Walbrook
  • Born: 1896-11-19
  • Nationality: Austria
  • Known as: Actor
  • Wikidata ID: Q79005

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Who is Anton Walbrook?

Adolf Anton Wilhelm Wohlbrück (19 November 1896 – 9 August 1967) was an Austrian actor who settled in the United Kingdom under the name Anton Walbrook.

What nationality is Anton Walbrook?

Anton Walbrook is Austria.

When was Anton Walbrook born?

Anton Walbrook was born on 1896-11-19.

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