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Richard Davalos, born on November 5, 1930 in The Bronx, New York, United States, was a stage actor, film actor and television actor. Richard Davalos died on March 8, 2016, aged 85. Listed accolades include Theatre World Award (1956).
My Take
Richard Davalos is the kind of actor I find quietly compelling. A Bronx native who earned a Theatre World Award in 1956, he clearly proved himself on stage before working across film and television for decades. I gravitate toward performers who win respect through craft rather than fame, and his long, steady career suggests exactly that temperament. He may not have chased the leading-man spotlight, but the reliable, grounding presence such actors bring is what holds whole productions together. To me, a life of dependable work like his is its own kind of distinction, well worth remembering.
1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Richard Davalos
- Name (Japanese)
- リチャード・ダヴァロス
- Reading
- りちゃーど・だゔぁろす
- Born
- November 5, 1930 – March 8, 2016
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Scorpio / Horse
- Origin
- The Bronx, New York, United States
- Occupation
- stage actor / film actor / television actor / actor
2. Background
Awards & achievements
- 1956 Theatre World Award
3. Links
4. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
- 2026-06-21
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.
Frequently asked questions
When was Richard Davalos born?
Born November 5, 1930.
When did Richard Davalos die?
Died March 8, 2016, aged 85.
Where was Richard Davalos from?
Richard Davalos was from The Bronx, New York, United States.
What did Richard Davalos do?
Richard Davalos worked as stage actor, film actor, television actor, actor.
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