Born: October 01, 1930 in Limerick, Ireland

"The late Richard Harris is today renowned throughout the world as one of the greatest screen, television and theatrical performers of the twentieth century. Harris, who portrayed Professor Dumbledore in the first two Potter films before succumbing to illness, had starred in over seventy major films and was twice nominated for the Academy Award. The versatile actor, who was also a director,
producer and published poet, won a Golden Globe for his portrayal of King Arthur in the 1960s versions of ""Camelot."" Harris's memory lives on through his three children, all of whom have followed in his footsteps and entered the filming industry. "