Charles Wood

Stage Actor

Birthday April 23, 1916

Birth Sign Taurus

Birthplace Washington

DEATH DATE May 29, 1978 (62)

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About

American stage actor who performed in numerous Broadway musical productions between 1945 and 1953. His credits include roles in "Kiss Me, Kate" and "Wish You Were Here."

Before Fame

He was born in Seattle, Washington to Cyril Percival Wood and Edith Florence Chamberlain. He graduated from Sequoia Union High School in Redwood City, California.

Trivia

He made his Broadway debut in a 1945 production of "Up in Central Park."

Family Life

With his wife, Adelaide Marchena, he had three daughters and two sons.

Associated With

He co-starred with Alfred Drake in the original Broadway production of "Kiss Me, Kate."