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My Take
Charles Nelson Reilly is one of those performers I deeply respect for refusing to be just one thing. He originated roles in landmark Broadway shows, won a Tony for How to Succeed, and then became a household face through Match Game, all while directing and teaching drama. That blend of theatrical pedigree and warm, self-deprecating television comedy is rare, and he made it look easy. He turned camp and wit into genuine craft. Though he passed in 2007, his airy, unmistakable presence endures as a kind of classic. To me he remains the eternal scene-stealer, beloved precisely because he was unafraid.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Charles Nelson Reilly
- Name (Japanese)
- チャールズ・ネルソン・ライリー
- Reading
- ちゃーるず・ねるそん・らいりー
- Born
- January 13, 1931 – May 25, 2007
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Capricorn / Goat
- Origin
- South Bronx, New York, United States
- Blood type
- Private
- Height
- Private
- Agency
- Private
- Occupation
- comedian / film director / theatre director / teacher / stage actor
2. Background
- Elementary school
- Private
- Junior high
- Private
- High school
- Private
- University
- Private
Awards & achievements
- 1962 Tony Award for Best Featured Actor in a Musical
- 2001 Grammy Hall of Fame
3. Relationships
- Spouse
- Private
- Children
- Private
- Parents
- Private
- Siblings
- Private
4. Personality
Motto
Private
6. Links
- Official sitehttp://www.charlesnelsonreilly.com/
- Xhttps://x.com/CNReilly
- Wikipedia (Japanese)https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charles%20Nelson%20Reilly
Frequently asked questions
When was Charles Nelson Reilly born?
January 13, 1931 – May 25, 2007.
Where is Charles Nelson Reilly from?
Charles Nelson Reilly is from South Bronx, New York, United States.
What does Charles Nelson Reilly do?
Charles Nelson Reilly works as comedian, film director, theatre director, teacher, stage actor.
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7. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
- 2026-06-17
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public items are marked "Private / Unknown". English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.