From Psycho to Tragedy: The Life of Anthony Perkins

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The Truth About Anthony Perkins (1932 - 1992) Anthony Perkins Life Story Anthony Perkins: a name synonymous with one of cinema's most chilling characters. Yet, his career stretched far beyond the blood-stained shower curtain of Psycho. Anthony Perkins gave his most celebrated performance as the character Norman Bates in Alfred Hitchcock's legendary film "Psycho." However, he was also an accomplished stage and screen actor in many other productions. His career was cut short at age 60 by AIDS. Born in New York City, Anthony Perkins was the son of actor Osgood Perkins. His father gained fame as a Broadway star and Hollywood character actor. Work caused Osgood Perkins to be away from his family frequently. Young Anthony, frustrated by the absences and jealous of his father when he returned home, wished that his father would die. Osgood Perkins died suddenly in 1937 of a heart attack when his son was only five years old. Anthony Perkins told interviewers he assumed as a child that his wishes had actually killed his father. Guilt followed Perkins for many years to come. Anthony Perkins joined the union Actors Equity at age fifteen and began appearing in stage productions. His film debut was 1953's "The Actress" with Spencer Tracy and Jean Simmons. Perkins first gained widespread critical acclaim in 1954 when he replaced John Kerr in the lead role of the Broadway hit "Tea and Sympathy." Two years later he appeared in his second movie "Friendly Persuasion." It earned him a Golden Globe Award for New Actor of the Year and an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor. Returning to Broadway in 1957 in the play "Look Homeward, Angel," Anthony Perkins earned a Tony Award nomination for Best Actor in a Play. He earned another nomination for his part in the 1960 musical "Greenwillow." Among Perkins' additional film successes were his emotional performance as troubled baseball player Jimmy Piersall in 1957's "Fear Strikes Out" and as a naval officer preparing for the end of the world in 1959's "On the Beach." ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Subscribe To The Remember This KZbin Channel Here ► geni.us/RememberThisChannel ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 💥 History and Nostalgia Channel (20th Century History Documentaries)💥 Welcome to the Remember This KZbin History and Nostalgia Channel where we discuss thought provoking subject matter from recent the recent past to modern day... get ready for 20th Century History Documentaries content on all things from conspiracy theories to real events and how they shaped our lives. We create content, history and nostalgia on The Beatles, The Stones, JFK, MLK, Area 51, Robert Johnson, Frank Sinatra, The Rat Pack, Roswell 1947, Elvis, Aliens, UFO's, The counter culture and more... The Remember History and Nostalgia ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Hire Me To Use My Voice In Your Next Video/Project ► geni.us/VoiceOverPhilAdair ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 💥 View The Remember This Channel’s "Top 10" Most Watched Videos:💥 #1: ⏩ geni.us/WizardOfOzMovieTribute #2: ⏩ geni.us/JohnLennonLostWeekend #3: ⏩ geni.us/NatalieWoodTragicLoss #4: ⏩ geni.us/ChateauMarmontSecrets #5: ⏩ geni.us/TheJimiHendrixStory #6: ⏩ geni.us/JimMorrisonLifeStory #7: ⏩ geni.us/MarilynMonroeLifeStory #8: ⏩ geni.us/BobHopeLifeStory #9: ⏩ geni.us/BonScottLifeStory #10: ⏩ geni.us/DorisDayLifeStory My Gear: My Main Camera ► geni.us/PanasonicFZ1000-20 My Microphone ► geni.us/RodeNTUSBMicrophone My Microphone Boom Arm ► geni.us/RodeMikeBoomArm My Headphones ► geni.us/HD280ProHeadphones My Wireless Headphones ► geni.us/BoseQC35HPhonesSilver ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Subscribe To The Remember This KZbin Channel Here ► geni.us/RememberThisChannel ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Remember This KZbin Channel Suite 12, 5th Floor, Dymocks Building 428 George Street, Sydney, NSW 2000 ▶ E: [e-mail] ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ #anthonyperkins #psycho #bio #biography #biographies

[@Alexer-sr]

Watching Anthony Perkins on screen was always a treat; his nuanced performances added layers of depth to any film he starred in.

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RIP Anthony Perkins

[@stephaniewilson6031]

He was a phenomenal actor - I remembered when he passed😢he is sorely missed🕊️🕊️

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Yes, fabulous actor. RIP Anthony Perkins

[@leonoranicolaysen2784]

I was so impressed with his charm and wit on the interviews I saw. Lovely man!❤

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Fabulous actor as well... RIP Anthony Perkins

[@Laufer88]

How just beautiful he was...

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RIP Anthony Perkins

[@jenniferirwin82]

He sure was.

[@mrsx7944]

In his prime he was incredibly handsome.

[@Pretty-blog]

The legacy of Anthony Perkins lives on through his timeless performances, forever etched in the annals of cinema history.

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RIP Anthony Perkins

[@williamly-]

In an era of Hollywood legends, Anthony Perkins shone brightly, leaving an indelible mark on the silver screen.

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RIP Anthony Perkins

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RIP Anthony Perkins

[@Laufer88]

One of my favourite movies is The Trial, but also almost all of his movies filmed in Europe. Goodbye again, Five miles to midnight, Phaedra...sadly he was pretty underrated in his own country while being pretty much adored and popular in Europe...sadly we'll never know how things would go for him as a movie star if he stayed in Europe...specially because of what he realised back in the USA that the world out there is pretty much about competition and all that. Still he will remain for me as one of the greatest and the most beautiful actors from his soul to his outside look. That's my humble opinion. 😊

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RIP Anthony Perkins

[@Laufer88]

@@HistoryandNostalgiaChannel Amen!

[@mrsx7944]

Did Hitchcock really cast AP because he reminded him of a young Jimmy Stewart?? Thats cool. I never noticed but they did look alike when younger.

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Yes, similar looking I think. RIP Anthony Perkins

[@trevormerren2329]

What a Handsome Boy he was!

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Yes, I agree with you. A very good looking guy. RIP Anthony Perkins 🙏

[@JackSilvan]

Perkins brought a palpable intensity to his roles, captivating audiences with his enigmatic presence and magnetic charisma.

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RIP Anthony Perkins

[@LBjus]

Perkins had this uncanny ability to draw audiences into the complex psyche of his characters, leaving a lasting impression with every performance.

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RIP Anthony Perkins

[@Aliano-vu9jo]

One of the most underrated actors of his time, Perkins's range was truly remarkable, from psychological thrillers to heartfelt dramas.

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RIP Anthony Perkins

[@jonelrobinson582]

R.I.P Anthony Perkins

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Yes, RIP Anthony Perkins

[@ciaomuffet]

Only saw him in Psycho..but thought he was superb..I will look out for his other films..

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Yes, he was brilliant in Psycho, but a wonderful actor overall 🙏

[@Kevin-wi6rv]

The Tin Star was my favorite movie in which he played.

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RIP Anthony Perkins

[@brentcunnings5925]

Play it as it Lays is my favorite film of his, as well as the campy Mahogany.

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RIP Anthony Perkins

[@ISHAUNSMOM]

He was in “Mahogany” with Diana Ross.

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RIP Anthony Perkins

[@nahue2000]

He looks like Andrew Garfield

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I agree… definite similarities!

[@BirgittaLindblom-p2c]

O No ...I did not now.. Fore me ..hes ALIVE..

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RIP Anthony Perkins 🙏

[@spike16965]

It’s always the good looking men that are gay😢

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RIP Anthony Perkins

[@LueGranteBaker]

Yes, he was good-looking.

[@goldkhw]

@@LueGranteBaker His eyes were beautiful.

[@ADAMSIXTIES]

Psycho was a dumb movie. He's made lots of much better ones.

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RIP Anthony Perkins