
Raymond Burr
Biography
Raymond William Stacey Burr (May 21, 1917 – September 12, 1993) was a Canadian actor, primarily known for his title roles in the television dramas Perry Mason and Ironside. His early acting career included roles on Broadway, radio, television and in film, usually as the villain. He won two Emmy Awards in 1959 and 1961 for the role of Perry Mason, which he played for nine seasons between 1957 and 1966. His second hit series, Ironside, earned him six Emmy nominations, and two Golden Globe nominations. He is also known for his role as Steve Martin in both Godzilla, King of the Monsters! and Godzilla 1985. In addition to acting, Burr owned an orchid business and had begun to grow a vineyard. He was a collector of wines and art, and was very fond of cooking. After his death from cancer in 1993, Burr's personal life came into question as details of his known biography appeared to be unverifiable. Gradually, it was revealed that Burr had possibly contrived a life story that hid his homosexuality.
TV Shows(30)

Perry Mason Returns
Perry Mason

Peter and Paul
Herod Agrippa I

The Misadventures of Sheriff Lobo
The Godfather

Eischied
Police Commissioner

Centennial
James Clark

The Bastard
Narrator (voice)

Kingston: Confidential
R.B. Kingston

The Love Boat
Malcolm Dwyer

79 Park Avenue
Armand Perfido

The Sonny and Cher Show
Self

Donny & Marie
Self

The Captain and Tennille
Self - Guest

People's Choice Awards
Self

Dinah!
Self
Keep US Beautiful
self
The Don Knotts Show
Self

The Flip Wilson Show
Self

The Glen Campbell Goodtime Hour
Self
The Beautiful Phyllis Diller Show
Self

It Takes a Thief
SIA Bureau Chief