Date of Birth: October 1, 1928
Zodiac Sign: Libra
Date of Death: May 8, 1994
Biography
George Peppard was an American actor born on October 1, 1928, in Detroit, Michigan. He is best known for his roles in films such as “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” (1961) alongside Audrey Hepburn, and the television series “The A-Team” (1983-1987). Peppard’s early life was marked by a strong interest in both acting and aviation; he served in the United States Marine Corps before pursuing a career in drama. Peppard studied at Purdue University and later transferred to Carnegie Institute of Technology (now Carnegie Mellon University), where he graduated with a degree in drama. He made his Broadway debut in 1956 and soon transitioned to film, quickly establishing himself as a versatile and charismatic actor. Throughout his career, Peppard faced various personal challenges, including battles with alcoholism and multiple marriages. Despite these struggles, he remained a beloved figure in Hollywood until his death on May 8, 1994, from pneumonia.
5 Interesting Facts about George Peppard
1. George Peppard was a licensed pilot and owned several aircraft over his lifetime.
2. He was offered the role of Blake Carrington in the TV series “Dynasty” but turned it down.
3. Peppard was initially cast in “The Guns of Navarone” (1961) but was replaced by David Niven.
4. He graduated from Carnegie Mellon University with a degree in drama in 1955.
5. Peppard was married five times and struggled with alcoholism, which he eventually overcame in the 1970s.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from George Peppard
1. “The important thing in life is not to be strong, but to feel strong.”
2. “You have to look beyond the immediate and the obvious to get to the real substance.”
3. “I can play a bad guy and a good guy, and I can be a man of action, a man of character, or a man of intellect.”
4. “My only regret is that I didn’t become a star sooner.”
5. “I love acting. It is so much more real than life.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At the peak of his career, George Peppard’s net worth was estimated to be around $5 million.
Children
George Peppard had three children: 1. Bradford Davies Peppard (son) 2. Julie Marie Peppard (daughter) 3. Christian Peppard (son)
Relevant Links
1. [George Peppard – IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000577/
2. [George Peppard – Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/George_Peppard
3. [George Peppard Biography](https://www.biography.com/actor/george-peppard
5. [George Peppard – Find a Grave](https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/707/george-peppard
