Rupert Crosse

Rupert Crosse

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Rupert Crosse (November 29, 1927 – March 5, 1973) was an American television and film actor noted as the first African American to receive a nomination for a Best Supporting Actor Academy Award — for his role in the 1969 adaptation of William Faulkner's The Reivers.

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Rupert Crosse was born on Tuesday, 29 November 1927 in New York City, New York, USA. He was best known as an actor. Crosse's country of citizenship (nationality) was American. He died on Monday, 5 March 1973 in Nevis, West Indies at the age of 45. He was 6' 5" (196 cm) tall with an average build. He had black hair (color). His zodiac star sign was Sagittarius.

You can find people similar to Rupert Crosse by visiting our lists Male actors from New York City and African-American male actors.

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The Reivers
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29 November 1927
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New York City, New York, USA
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5 March 1973
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Nevis, West Indies
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Lung Cancer
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  • Jack Nicholson wanted his old friend Rupert to play opposite him in The Last Detail (1973) as the sailor Mulhall, but Crosse was terminally ill and could no longer work. The part was played by Otis Young in the film.

Rupert Crosse is known for his role in the film Ride in the Whirlwind (1966) as Indian Joe.

He is also known for his role in the TV series The Partners (1971) as Det. George Robinson.

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