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1. Richard was born, the 12th of 13 children, on 19th November 1925 in South Wales. He only later changed his name to 'Burton'. What was it originally?
2. At school with Richard in Port Talbot at that time was another young man who was also to become a famous actor. Who was he?
3. To which British University was Richard awarded a scholarship?
4. Although his greatest love was always the stage, in 1948 Richard began filming on the first of his many screen roles. In what movie did he make his screen debut?
5. As everyone knows, in 1963 Richard met and fell in love with Elizabeth Taylor on the set of 'Cleopatra'. At this time they were both married to other partners. Who were their then spouses?
6. Which famous actress, referring to his womanising, remarked to Burton, 'Richard, I do believe you would (do it with) a snake.'?
7. Although he was nominated seven times for an Oscar, Richard never actually won. He did, however, win two Golden Globes. The first, very early on his career for 'My Cousin Rachel', and the second, twenty five years later. He was awarded this second accolade in 1978 for which drama?
8. Richard played many historical figures in his numerous movie roles. Which of the following did he NOT portray on film?
9. Which famous actor helped the young Richard Burton on his way and, twenty years after having acted together on the London stage, directed him in 'Hamlet' on Broadway?
10. In August 1984 Richard died unexpectedly at the age of 58. What caused his premature death?
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