Harry Baird

Harry Baird

Born: May 12, 1931
Died: Feb 13, 2005
Height: 187.96 cm
Harry Baird emerged as a notable presence in British cinema, particularly in films addressing racial themes during the 1950s and 60s. He gained early recognition for his role as a boxer in Carol Reed's 'A Kid for Two Farthings' and delivered a powerful performance in the crime drama 'Sapphire.' Baird's career extended to international cinema, where he starred in Melvi... n Van Peebles' groundbreaking French film 'The Story of a Three Day Pass.' Despite facing limited opportunities due to racial barriers, he secured supporting roles in television series and appeared in notable films like 'The Italian Job' and 'The Oblong Box.' Baird's career was tragically cut short by the onset of glaucoma, leading to his eventual blindness. less
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