Date of Birth: May 21, 1917
Zodiac Sign: Gemini
Date of Death: September 12, 1993
Biography
Raymond William Stacy Burr was a Canadian-American actor, known for his long-running roles in the television series “Perry Mason” and “Ironside.” Burr was born on May 21, 1917, in New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada. He moved with his family to California, where he began his acting career in theater before transitioning to radio and then film. Burr’s early film roles often cast him as the villain, including his notable role as the murderer in Alfred Hitchcock’s “Rear Window” (1954). He gained international fame for his portrayal of the titular character in the legal drama “Perry Mason,” which aired from 1957 to 1966. Burr reprised the role in a series of television movies from 1985 until his death in 1993. He also starred as the detective Robert T. Ironside in the television series “Ironside,” which aired from 1967 to 1975. Throughout his career, Burr won numerous awards, including two Primetime Emmy Awards for his role in “Perry Mason.” Off-screen, Burr was known for his philanthropic efforts and extensive orchid collection. He was a private person who kept much of his personal life out of the public eye.
5 Interesting Facts about Raymond Burr
1. Raymond Burr was originally screen-tested for the role of Perry Mason as the prosecutor, Hamilton Burger, but impressed the producers so much that he was cast as Perry Mason instead.
2. Burr was a decorated World War II veteran who served in the United States Navy.
3. He was an avid horticulturist and owned an orchid business in Fiji.
4. Burr was a passionate wine connoisseur and owned a vineyard in California.
5. He was known for his philanthropy, particularly in supporting educational scholarships and medical research.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Raymond Burr
1. “People have known me for so long, I feel like I’m part of their family.”
2. “Try to live your life so that you wouldn’t be afraid to sell the family parrot to the town gossip.”
3. “I am an actor to the core of my soul.”
4. “My greatest satisfaction in life is helping others.”
5. “One thing I’ve learned in my life is that I never regret the things I’ve done, only the things I haven’t.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At the peak of his career, Raymond Burr’s net worth was estimated to be approximately $15 million.
Children
Raymond Burr did not have any biological children. He often spoke fondly of his niece and nephew, whom he treated as his own.
Relevant Links
1. [Raymond Burr IMDB](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000993/
2. [Raymond Burr Biography – Biography.com](https://www.biography.com/actor/raymond-burr
4. [Raymond Burr – The Famous People](https://www.thefamouspeople.com/profiles/raymond-burr-4393.php
5. [Raymond Burr – Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Raymond_Burr
