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Man
12 Jul 1930
25 Feb 2023 (92)
Grand Falls, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
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Gordon Pinsent
Gordon Edward Pinsent CC FRSC (July 12, 1930 – February 25, 2023) was a Canadian actor, writer, director, and singer. He began his career in the 1940s, delving into radio dramas before serving in the Canadian Army. His extensive four-decade-long career spans stage, TV, and film, starring in notable works like "Quentin Durgens MP," "The Rowdyman," and "Power Play." He's received numerous awards, including ACTRA, GENIE, and GEMINI Awards, and earned honoraries from several universities. Pinsent's skills extend to writing; his novels inspired feature films, and he penned his memoirs, "By the Way." He shared a close friendship with Marlon Brando, often enjoying drive-in movies with Brando's family.
| Year | Movie / TV show / Other | Role |
|---|---|---|
| — | Up at Ours | Creator |
| 2006 | Heyday! | Director |
| 2006 | Heyday! | Writer |
| 1987 | John and the Missus | Director |
| 1987 | John and the Missus | Writer |
| 1981 | Once | Director |
| 1977 | For The Record | Director |
| 1972 | The Rowdyman | Writer |