Biography of Richard Chamberlain

George Richard Chamberlain, aka Richard Chamberlain, is an American stage and film actor and singer. He became a teen idol for the role of him in the television show Dr. Kildare which aired from 1961 to 1966. Subsequently, he has been continuously active in different internet series, movies and singing. He has been the main heartthrob of the American entertainment world in the early 1960s. He is still remembered for his portrayal of Dr. Kildare and for his sensational voice while singing at different times which are still highly regarded as the songs were instant hits. and they are a bestseller for a long time.

Early life and education of Richard Chamberlain

Born on March 31, 1934 in Beverly Hills, California, he is the son of Elsa Winnifred and Charles Axiom Chamberlain.

He graduated from Beverly Hills High School and went to Pomona College. After graduating from the University with a Bachelor of Arts, he went to Korea serving 16 months as an infantry company clerk, and then rose to the rank of sergeant.

After returning to the United States, he studied acting and became active in the entertainment field. He has been active in this field since 1958. Since then, he has acted in many movies, classical theater roles, and musical theater as well.

Richard Chamberlain’s career

Richard made his acting debut appearing on television in the late 1950s. He appeared in ‘Alfred Hitchcock Presents’, ‘Riverboat’, ‘Rescue 8’, ‘Bourbon Street Beat’, ‘Gunsmoke’, ‘Paradise Kid’, ‘Mr Lucky’, ‘Thriller’, ‘The Deputy’ and ‘Whispering Smith’. ”, Two films,“ The Secret of the Purple Reef ”and“ A Thunder of Drums ”and two plays“ La Ronde ”and“ The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial ”. Richard has been very disciplined and hardworking, which is why he took singing and dancing lessons.

Later, in 1961, he got the role of Dr. Kildare in the medical series “Dr. Kildare”, where he looks overwhelmingly handsome. The character made him an overnight sensation and heartthrob wherever the series aired. The show made history and also made him the winner of the Golden Globe in the ‘Best TV Star’ category in the year 1963.

Along with acting success, he became the hit singer with his impeccably melodious voice. To break his “Dr. Kildare ”and“ All American Boy ”, he turned the image of himself into a serious actor.

Being a handsome and successful guy, he never had to go back on what he was doing. His last job was in the Thundercats series as Zigg in the episode ‘Forest of Magi Oar’.

Richard Chamberlain Net Worth and Salary

Richard Chamberlain’s net worth is $20 million today. He has earned a large amount of salary for his acting career.

He played the leading roles in The Count of Monte Cristo (1975), The Man in the Iron Mask (1978), Centennial (1978), The Bourne Identity (1988), and Too Rich: The Secret Life of Doris Duke (1999).

Richard has been the highest rated actor who appreciates the legacy of American entertainment. Not only is he a multifaceted actor, he is also an environmentalist. He has a great interest in the preservation of the environment.

He is also a painter. He loves to paint and his work is also shown at the Celebrity Gallery in Wailea and at the Mouche Gallery in Beverly Hills. In addition, he is also an author. He has written two books that are his autobiography.

One is called Shattered Love released in 2003 and the other called ‘My life in Haiku’ released in 2013. There is a long following of her fans still today. More information including biography and pictures of him can be found on different internet websites like Lifestylepedia, IMDb etc.

Richard Chamberlain’s personal life

Richard has turned 80 in 2014. He is a member of the Hall of Fame. Richard is the story and the inspiration for many of the young actors. His acting and work have honored him with name and fame along with several of the entertainment world’s awards and achievements.

Richard is 6 feet 1 inches tall and has a body weight of 81 kg. Even in his 80s, Richard is still incredibly handsome. There is a rumor about him getting plastic surgery on his face that is not confirmed yet. People argue that he has had a little plastic surgery as he has comparatively tight skin at that age.

However, some also argue that aging is different from person to person. It also depends on personal hygiene and the intake of a balanced diet.

Richard is a very secretive person. He knows how to keep things from him under wraps and under wraps. In the early 1960s, he dated Sharon Hungueny. Later, in 1964, he dated Chris Noel. The relationship lasted a year and in 1965 he dated Joan Marshall.

However, the relationship was not successful as they had different interests. In an interview with TV Guide, she admitted that she is gay and had married a man, Martin Rabbett. Martin is 19 years younger than Richard and was a production assistant.