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Dirk BogardeDirk Bogarde Dirk Bogarde English actor (1921–1999) Sir Dirk Bogarde (born Derek Jules Gaspard Ulric Niven van den Bogaerde; 28 March 1921 – 8 May 1999) was an English actor, novelist and screenwriter. Initially a matinée idol in films such as Doctor in the House (1954) for the Rank Organisation, he later acted in art house films, evolving from "heartthrob to icon of edginess".[2] Quick facts Sir, Born ... Sir Dirk Bogarde Publicity portrait, 1964 Born Derek Jules Gaspard Ulric Niven van den Bogaerde (1921-03-28)28 March 1921 West Hampstead, London, England Died 8 May 1999(1999-05-08) (aged 78) Chelsea, London, England Occupations Actor novelist screenwriter Years active 1939–1990 Partner Anthony Forwood (1949–1988) (Forwood's death)[1] Military career Allegiance United Kingdom Branch British… (Source: Wikipedia)
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