Vincent Price

Born: 1911-05-27

Birthplace: Saint Louis, Missouri, USA

Biography

Vincent Leonard Price, Jr. (May 27, 1911 – October 25, 1993) was an American actor, well known for his distinctive voice and performances in horror films. His career spanned other genres, including film noir, drama, mystery, thriller, and comedy. He appeared on stage, television, radio, and in over one hundred films. He has two stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame: one for motion pictures, and one for television.

Price was an art collector and consultant, with a degree in art history. He lectured and wrote books on the subject. He was the founder of the Vincent Price Art Museum in California. He was also a noted gourmet cook.

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Known For

Edward Scissorhands
The Ten Commandments
Michael Jackson's Thriller
The Great Mouse Detective
Laura
The Fly
Catchfire
Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid
House on Haunted Hill
House of Wax

Top Movie Credits

The Great Mouse Detective Professor Ratigan (voice)
Laura Shelby Carpenter
The Fly François Delambre
Catchfire Mr. Avoca
Dead Men Don't Wear Plaid (in "The Bribe") (archive footage)
House on Haunted Hill Frederick Loren
House of Wax Henry Jarrod