Carradine's second marriage ended in divorce, as did the two that followed. Carradine played Atahuallpa opposite Christopher Plummer as Pizarro. He was also in Sundown: The Vampire in Retreat (1989), directed by Anthony Hickox; Try This One for Size (1989), Open Fire (1989), and Future Force (1989), which he helped produce. Carradine is the son of actress and artist Sonia Sorel (ne Henius) and actor John Carradine. I feel both great honour and regret that True Legend is one of David Carradine's last works. Thomas assisted Carradine in the guitar style of the period and the songs that had been chosen to be in the film. Carradine's parents were divorced when he was 2 years . [39] He was cast in a musical, The Ballad of Johnny Pot, but fired two days before opening night on Broadway. An obituary on June 5 about the actor David Carradine omitted a survivor, his half-brother Christopher Carradine. In 1977, Robert became a snack for the vengeful killer whale in the Jaws imitation film Orca.[9]. In 1983, he and Cherie Curie starred in the science fiction movie Wavelength in which he played a washed up rock star who helps extraterrestrials escape from a military base. https://www.thefamouspeople.com/profiles/robert-carradine-34493.php, 20th Century Film & Theater Personalities, 21st Century Film & Theater Personalities, 20th Century American Film & Theater Personalities, 21st Century American Film & Theater Personalities. Additionally, he has a maternal half-brother, Michael Bowen, and two paternal half-brothers, David Bowen and Bruce Bowen, who are all . [62] Bergman said of his leading man, "I don't believe in God, but Heaven must have sent him. Tattoos on the lower half of his nude body can be seen. '"[95], In the late 1950s, while living in San Francisco, Carradine was arrested for assaulting a police officer. 2 He is also shares three Half-Brothers (Keith Carradine, Chris Carradine, and Robert Carradine) with the title character's Actor David Carradine, via David's father (John Carradine) and Michael's mother (Sonia Sorel). "[13] Carradine reprised the role of Skolnick in three sequels, taking over as executive producer in the latter two. [67] After doing a fifth Corman action film, Fast Charlie the Moonbeam Rider (1979), directed by Steve Carver, Carradine played Paul Gauguin for TV in Gauguin the Savage (1980). [4] His brother Keith said of the experience, "It was like being in jail. He co-starred with Caroline Rhea and Matthew O'Leary in the comedy horror Mom's Got a Date with a Vampire (2000). [citation needed], In 2001, he appeared in the episode "The Serpent" of the syndicated TV series Queen of Swords as the sword-wielding bandit El Serpiente filmed at Texas Hollywood studios in Almeria, Spain, home of many Spaghetti Westerns. [21] It was also one of a handful of acting collaborations he did with his father. He was born in Hollywood and educated at San Francisco State College, where he studied music theory and composition. [34] (The play was filmed in 1968 with Plummer taking Carradine's part. The show starred Hilary Duff as Lizzie and was widely popular among girls. like: size of the image, or any other consideration you A member of the Carradine family, he made his first appearances on television Western series such as Bonanza and his brother David's TV series, Kung Fu. Longtime actor Keith Carradine is one of six siblings, all brothers, five of whom were born to the late Hollywood heavyweight John Carradine. He was a maternal half-brother of Bruce, paternal half-brother of Keith, Christopher and Robert Carradine, and an uncle of Ever Carradine and Martha Plimpton. [citation needed], On December 26, 2004, Carradine married the widowed Annie Bierman[89] (ne Anne Kirstie Fraser, December 21, 1960) at the seaside Malibu home of his friend Michael Madsen. [6][7] By 2003, he had acquired enough expertise in martial arts to produce and star in several instructional videos on T'ai chi and Qigong. [15] He appeared in the 1987 HBO mini-series Conspiracy: The Trial of the Chicago 8. [10], Also in 1980, Carradine co-starred with Mark Hamill and Lee Marvin in Samuel Fuller's The Big Red One recounting Fuller's World War II experience. John Carradine (born February 5, 1906 November 27, 1988) was an American actor, best known for his roles in horror films, Westerns, and Shakespearean theatre. [110], On June 4 (Thursday), at the age of 72, Carradine was found dead in his room at the Swisstel Nai Lert Park Hotel, located on 2 Witthayu Road, in central Bangkok. In 2005, Carradine visited the Shaolin Monastery in Henan, China, as part of the extra features for the third season of the Kung Fu DVDs. Carradine has two daughters, actress Ever Carradine (with Susan Snyder), Marika Reed Carradine with his ex-wife Edie Mani, and a son, Ian Alexander Carradine. "Everybody that I know is at least 10 or 20 years younger than I am. Organize, control, distribute and measure all of your digital content. Carradine also worked as a producer and directed an episode. [82], Carradine knew nothing of the practice of kung fu at the time he was cast in the role of Kwai Chang Caine; instead, he relied on his experience as a dancer for the part. Carradine's first television appearance was in 1971, on the classic Western series Bonanza. 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[43]:19 Also, the bad publicity that the 1974 peyote-related incident attracted on him affected the ratings in a way that Radames Pera described as sabotage,[53] and that Carradine himself acknowledged had been detrimental to them. "[84], In addition to his acting career, Carradine was a musician. [citation needed], Carradine attracted notice in 1985 when he appeared in a major supporting role in North and South, a miniseries about the American Civil War, as the evil and abusive Justin LaMotte. "David Carradine Charged With Attempted Burglary in Rampage". After Sorel gave birth to his brothers Robert and Christopher, Carradine's parents split when he was 6; she later married artist Michael Bowen and gave birth to Carradine's half-brother Michael Bowen Jr. [11][70] He also directed the unreleased Mata Hari, an epic that starred his daughter, Calista. He, along with Christopher and Keith, was put in a home for abused children as wards of the court during the proceedings. He starred in TV movies like Jealousy (1984) and The Bad Seed (1985), and was still in demand as the star of cheaper action films such as The Warrior and the Sorceress (1984) and On the Line (1984). In 1978, Robert landed a demanding role in Hal Ashby's Oscar-winning Vietnam War drama, Coming Home, which starred Jane Fonda and Jon Voight. The ensemble cast included three other brother/actor groupings: Stacy and James Keach; Dennis and Randy Quaid,[13] and Christopher and Nicholas Guest. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. Keith Ian Carradine (born August 8, 1949) is an American actor who has had success on stage, film and television. He was previously married to Edith (Edie) Mani. (1976). Newsmakers. A second controversy was over whose idea the series had been. "[108], In 1994, in Toronto, filming Kung Fu: The Legend Continues, Carradine was arrested for kicking in a door at the SkyDome while attending a Rolling Stones concert. Carradine was born John Arthur Carradine Jr.[8] on December 8, 1936, in Hollywood, California, the eldest child of actor John Carradine (19061988) and his wife Ardanelle Abigail (ne McCool) Carradine (19111989). Almost like a foreshadowing, there are several peculiar and eerie references in the film that coincidentally relate to the circumstances of Carradine's untimely passing, which include auto-erotic asphyxiation. How tall is Robert Carradine : 5 ft 11 in (1.82 m) Spouse : Edie Mani ( m. 1990; div. [98][99] While under the influence of peyote, Carradine began wandering nude around his Laurel Canyon neighborhood. I have shot two other horses, burned one and strangled a dog. Lee, Grant; "Joe Levine's Path to 'Bridge'". "Actor Goes Free Pending Hearing on Old Charge". Robert Carradine is best known for his performance in the film Revenge of the Nerds. "[11] After three years of marriage, Ardenelle filed for divorce from John, but they remained married for five more years. She has also appeared in The Mosquito Coast (1986), Running on Empty (1988), Parenthood (1989), Samantha (1992), Raising Hope (2010) and Small Town Murder Songs (2011). [115][disputed discuss] Thai authorities conducted the first autopsy on Carradine shortly after his death, and stated on June 8 that it would take a month to determine how he died, although a Thai police colonel told Reuters that the likely cause was asphyxiation. The band performed primarily in small venues and at charity benefits. A member of the Carradine family, he made his first appearances on television Western series such as Bonanza and his brother David's TV series, Kung Fu. The shocking published photo shows Carradine with his hands tied in front of him, hanging from the support bar in a closet. [68], In The Long Riders (1980), Carradine starred with his half-brothers Keith and Robert Carradine as the Younger Brothers. His performance caused some speculation that he might be the best actor in his family. The script became Circle of Iron (1978), and in the film, Carradine played the four roles originally intended for Lee. With this marriage he acquired three stepdaughters, Amanda Eckelberry (born 1989), Madeleine Rose (born 1995), and Olivia Juliette (born 1998) as well as a stepson, actor Max Richard Carradine (born 1998). Kleiner, Dick. Keith Ian Carradine (born August 8, 1949) is an American actor, singer and songwriter who has had success on stage, film and television. It's a responsibility, a mission. Upon leaving the Army, Carradine became serious about acting. Robert Reed Carradine is an American actor famous for playing Lewis Skolnick in the Revenge of the Nerds films. [86] His musical talents were often integrated into his screen performances. [6], Robert was instrumental in securing his brothers David and Keith to perform with him in one of the most unusual casting arrangements in movie history. Add all the people you want to share this He said the incident followed his discovery that he and his elder half-brother, Bruce, who had been adopted by John, had different biological fathers. [citation needed], Carradine enjoyed a revival of his fame when he was cast in Quentin Tarantino's sequential Kill Bill movies, Kill Bill: Volume 1 (2003) and Kill Bill: Volume 2 (2004). 1947 Chris Carradine was born on January 23, 1947 in New York City, New York, USA as Christopher John Carradine . Actors American Men. "[26], In 1963, he made his television debut on an episode of Armstrong Circle Theatre, "Secret Document X256". A prolific "B" movie actor,[1] David Carradine appeared in more than 100 feature films in a career spanning more than six decades. He never considered himself a master of the art, but rather an "evangelist" of kung fu. The 1993 horror comedy anthology television film Body Bags features Carradine as a serial killer. "[26] In his authoritative biography Bruce Lee: A Life, Matthew Polly clarifies the issue of Bruce Lee's involvement, concluding that the claim was the result of his not being cast for the leading role, and that he had no participation in the creation of the series. (2001), Warden of Red Rock (2001), The Donor (2001), Out of the Wilderness (2001), The Defectors (2001), Wheatfield with Crows (2002) and The Outsider (2002). Carradine was reared by his maternal . Anderson, George, "Old Soldier, A Killer Whale". 2. He is one of many actors in the Carradine family. [73], When Kung Fu: The Legend Continues ended, Carradine went into Last Stand at Saber River (1997), an episode of Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman, Lost Treasure of Dos Santos (1997), The Rage (1997), The Good Life (1997), Macon County Jail (1997), Nosferatu: The First Vampire (1997), Children of the Corn V: Fields of Terror (1998), The New Swiss Family Robinson (1998), Shepherd (1998), The Effects of Magic (1998), Kiss of a Stranger (1998), Sublet (1998), Martian Law (1998) for Hickox, Lovers and Liars (1998), Light Speed (1998), and Knocking on Death's Door (1999). Carradine made his film debut in 1972 in The Cowboys with John Wayne. [6] While still in high school, Robert lived with his half-brother, David, in Laurel Canyon, California. [14] In 2001, he played Donald Keeble in Max Keeble's Big Move. Best Supporting Actor, for, 2005: Winner Action on Film International Film Festival, Lifetime Achievement Award - First annual recipient, 2005: Nominee Albo doro, Italian Online Movie Awards (IOMA). "[citation needed], Carradine co-produced a full-length documentary about luthier Stuart Mossman, which has been identified as the actor's last film appearance. A year later, he worked in his first movie as a cowboy named Slim Honeycutt in the John Wayne starrer The Cowboys. Lee, Grant; Carradine, David and Moore, Richard "Circle of Iron DVD Extra Feature Commentary". Primarily of Irish descent, he was a great . John Carradine with sons Keith Carradine, Robert Carradine, Bruce Carradine and Mike Carradine in 1979 David Carradine and daughter Calista Carradine seen at a special evening of La Cage Aux Folles on August 30, 1982 in Los Angele, California He is known for his roles as Tom Frank in Robert Altman's Nashville, Wild Bill Hickok in the HBO series Deadwood, FBI agent Frank Lundy in Dexter and US President Conrad Dalton in Madam Secretary. Best Actor - Motion Picture Drama, for, 1986: Nominee Golden Globe Awards. The elder Carradine's acting career, which included major and minor roles on stage, television, and in cinema, spanned more than four decades. In 2018, Carradine joined Andrew Cassese and Don Gibb in an interview at the Niagara Falls Comic Con. Over 4 million images. Best Supporting Actor - Television, for, 2005: Nominee Golden Globe Awards. Directed by Jeff Kanew, the film marked a milestone in American cinematic history and was a perfect example of the popular culture of the 1980s. You are about to submit a print order for this image: 2166_0004 "Carradine Flies East After Court Victory". To easily create lightboxes of multiple images, request to license more than one image at a time, and more, sign up or login. / "Yes, we are. In 1972, they appeared together in a nude Playboy spread, recreating some sex scenes from Boxcar Bertha. . [citation needed]. [11]:4749, Against this backdrop of marital discord, David almost succeeded in committing suicide[13] by hanging at the age of five. Showing Editorial results for carradine family. image with, by specifying their email addresses. The film took ten years to complete due to difficulty in financing. 's Kung Fu, dies at 72", "California Birth Index, 19051995, database on-line", "Carradine's Widow Files Wrongful Death Suit", Patricia Sheridan's Breakfast with David Carradine, "Kung Fu" Star Later Became Tarantino's Villainous "Bill", "The Deputy Broadway Play Original | IBDB", "2 TV Programs Dropped by A.B.C. "That whole era of independent movies died. "No fraternity picked him, convincing Carradine that he was indeed right for the part of the nerd that nobody wanted to claim as their own. Please fill out the form below and we will follow up with you shortly. He is the brother of Christopher and Keith Carradine, paternal half-brother of Bruce and the late David Carradine, and maternal half-brother of Michael Bowen. Nationality: United States of America: . John eventually won, gaining the custody of his children. Carradine's character also brought the term "grasshopper" (referring to an apprentice) into popular culture. Bruce Lee's widow claimed he had come up with the idea of a wandering monk in the Old West, but Ed Spielman, the series' creator, insisted that the concept was his own idea from years before Lee became a star. As a member of the Carradine family, he is part of an acting dynasty that began with his father, John Carradine. [83][21] He also had experience in sword fighting, boxing, and street fighting on which to draw. More at IMDbPro Contact info Agent info Resume Born March 24, 1954 Add to list Awards 1 win & 2 nominations Photos 80 Known for Revenge of the Nerds 6.6 Lewis 1984 He also has a maternal half-brother, Michael Bowen, and two paternal half-brothers, David and Bruce Bowen, all of whom are actors. [32] Carradine said of this performance, "Many of the important roles that I got later on were because the guy who was going to hire me was in that audience and had his mind blown. Carradine, David. Robert Carradine (/krdin/ KARR--deen; born March 24, 1954)[1] is an American actor. The role was nominated for an Emmy and a Golden Globe Award. David Carradine took over hosting duties from his brother Keith on Wild West Tech on the History Channel, in 2005. The segment, which was described as "eerie," was filmed four months before his own death. [6][7] On April 1, 1997, Carradine received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. He would play the protagonist in several other films before being cast in The Revenge of the Nerds in 1984. Robert Reed Carradine (brother from the same parents) He starred in the low-budget action film Behind Enemy Lines (1986) and reprised his role as LaMotte in North and South, Book II, telecast in May 1986. Tap into Getty Images' global scale, data-driven insights, and network of more than 340,000 creators to create content exclusively for your brand. Please fill out the form below and we will follow up with you shortly with pricing information and to complete your purchase. Hailing from a family of actors, performing was in his veins. It was shot in 1972, between making the Kung Fu pilot and the series, but released in 1975. [11] Carradine's annual salary on the show was reportedly $100,000. If you're doing research on historic members of the Carradine family, then this list is the perfect jumping off point for finding out which notable people are included. This page lists people with the surname Carradine. [11], During the 1980s, Carradine was arrested at least twice for driving under the influence of alcohol, once in 1984[106] and again in 1989. [117][118] However, he was a participating artist at the 28th Annual Tony Awards, 1974.[119]. "[22] For that part, Carradine won a Theatre World Award for Best Debut Performance in 1965. West, Richard; "Woman Sues, Says T.V. Primarily of Irish descent, [10] he was a great-grandson of Methodist evangelical author Beverly Carradine and a grandnephew of artist Will Foster. [24] In 1962, Donna gave birth to their daughter, Calista. He has been married to Carolyn Martin since 1979, they have 3 children. (Known as Dennis Carradine, a.k.a. [107] Of this incident, the Los Angeles Times reported: "Legal experts say Carradine was handed a harsher-than-average sentence, even for a second-time offender: three years' summary probation, 48 hours in jail, 100 hours of community service, 30 days' work picking up trash for the California Department of Transportation, attendance at a drunk driving awareness meeting and completion of an alcohol rehabilitation program. "Portrait of a genius: 'Gauguin the Savage' paints a vivid picture". [75] Although the films received no notice from the Academy, Carradine did receive a Golden Globe nomination[4] and a Saturn Award for Best Supporting Actor[13] for his portrayal of Bill. Robert Carradine has a daughter, actress Ever Carradine (born on August 6, 1974), from his relationship with horse trainers assistant Susan Snyder. The entire Carradine family (Bruce Carradine, David Carradine, Chris Carradine, John Carradine, Keith Carradine, Robert Carradine) circa 1974 1978 Ulvis Alberts. [27] He was in demand as a supporting actor, mostly in Westerns: The Violent Ones (1967), Heaven with a Gun (1969), Young Billy Young (1969) for Burt Kennedy, The Good Guys and the Bad Guys (1969) with Kennedy, The McMasters (1970), and Macho Callahan (1970). Kingsport Post. [citation needed], Shortly after being drafted into the U.S. Army in 1960, Carradine proposed to Donna Lee Becht (born September 26, 1937),[89] whom he had met when they were students at Oakland High School; they married on Christmas Day that year. "[74] Roger Ebert and Richard Roeper each had Kill Bill Vol.
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