character actor
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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Neill was a consummate character actor, hard-working and driven by a love for his craft, with a filmography spanning decades and roles that touched countless lives.
From Salon ● Jul. 17, 2026
Paying tribute, entertainment writer Jay Bobbin said he was "heartbroken to learn about the passing of superb character actor".
From BBC ● Jun. 5, 2026
After “The Godfather” made him a movie star in his 40s, he remained a beloved character actor for half a century, adding “I love the smell of napalm in the morning” to the cultural lexicon.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 4, 2026
The cause of death for Peter Greene, a character actor known for playing villains in movies including “Pulp Fiction” and “The Mask,” has been revealed by New York City’s Office of Chief Medical Examiner.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 19, 2026
At the Temple Theatre that week was the popular character actor, William H. Thompson.
From Making the House a Home by Guest, Edgar A. (Edgar Albert)
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