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Edward Platt was credited as a television actor, film actor and stage actor. Edward Platt was born in Staten Island, New York, United States on February 14, 1916. Death is recorded on March 19, 1974, at the age of 58. Education on record includes Princeton University.
My Take
What strikes me about Edward Platt is how a Princeton-educated New Yorker with that unmistakably deep, authoritative voice ended up immortalized as the long-suffering Chief on Get Smart. I find that quietly fascinating. He was the straight man, the anchor of gravitas around whom all the slapstick spun, and that is a harder job than it looks. An actor who can stay credibly serious inside pure absurdity is rare, and Platt did it for five seasons. His career was cut short in 1974, but I genuinely admire performers like him: never the loudest name, yet the one who holds the whole scene together.
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1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Edward Platt
- Name (Japanese)
- エドワード・プラット
- Reading
- えどわーど・ぷらっと
- Born
- February 14, 1916 – March 19, 1974
- Origin
- Staten Island, New York, United States
- Occupation
- actor / television actor / film actor / stage actor
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Aquarius / Dragon
2. Background
- University
- Princeton University
3. Links
4. About this entry
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Frequently asked questions
When was Edward Platt born?
Born February 14, 1916.
When did Edward Platt die?
Died March 19, 1974, aged 58.
Where was Edward Platt from?
Edward Platt was from Staten Island, New York, United States.
What did Edward Platt do?
Edward Platt worked as actor, television actor, film actor, stage actor.
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