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Henderson Forsythe
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Henderson Forsythe
Director
In the film version of the property, his role was played by a far less grizzled Burt Reynolds.
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Born:
Sep 11, 1917 in Macon, Missouri
Death:
Apr 17, 2006 in Williamsburg, Virginia
Roles (17)
Some Americans Abroad
Opened May 02, 1990
as Orson Baldwin (Original)
The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas
Opened June 19, 1978
as Sheriff Ed Earl Dodd (Original)
A Texas Trilogy: The Oldest Living Graduate
Opened September 23, 1976
as Clarence Sickenger (Original)
A Texas Trilogy: The Last Meeting of the Knights of the White Magnolia
Opened September 22, 1976
as L. D. Alexander (Original)
The Freedom of the City
Opened February 17, 1974
as Priest (Original)
The Engagement Baby
Opened May 21, 1970
as Nelson Longhurst (Original)
Harvey
Opened February 24, 1970
as William R. Chumley, M.D. (Original)
The Birthday Party
Opened October 03, 1967
as Petey (Original)
A Delicate Balance
Opened September 22, 1966
as Harry (Original)
Malcolm
Opened January 11, 1966
as A park attendant, Miles, a policeman, and a doctor (Original)
as Cox (Original)
The Right Honourable Gentleman
Opened October 19, 1965
as Mr. Donald Crawford (Original)
as Mr. Joseph Chamberlain (Understudy - Original)
Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?
Opened October 13, 1962
as George [at matinee performances] (Replacement)
Arrived On Jan 13, 1964
Miss Lonelyhearts
Opened October 03, 1957
as Ned Gates (Original)
The Cellar and the Well
Opened December 10, 1950
as Mr. Hubble (Original)
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Awards
Drama Desk Award
1978
Outstanding Actor in a Musical
The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas
Nominee
Tony Award
1979
Best Featured Actor in a Musical
The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas
Winner
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