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Richard Farnsworth was an American actor celebrated for his portrayals of rugged, yet sensitive characters in film and television. Known for his roles in "The Straight Story," for which he received an Academy Award nomination, Farnsworth's career spanned several decades and included work in films such as "Misery" and "Comes a Horseman." His performances were marked by authenticity and emotional depth, earning him a lasting reputation as a distinguished character actor.

"I worked for John Ford, Howard Hawks, Henry Hathaway, Raoul Walsh - I worked for some real good directors."



"No I didn't audition, I didn't even know David Lynch till the week before I started the film."
Film,



"I worked for Sam Peckinpah on quite a bit of action in his films, and he got excited once in a while."


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