Gordon Pinsent | |
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Born | Gordon Edward Pinsent July 12, 1930 Grand Falls, Newfoundland, Canada |
Died | February 25, 2023 | (aged 92)
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Years active | 1957–2021 |
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Children | 4, including Leah |
Gordon Edward Pinsent, CC, FRSC (July 12, 1930 – February 25, 2023) was a Canadian actor, screenwriter, director and playwright. He was known for his roles in numerous productions, including Away from Her, The Rowdyman, John and the Missus, A Gift to Last, Due South, The Red Green Show and Quentin Durgens, M.P.[1] He was the voice of Babar the elephant in television and film from 1989 to early 2015.
Pinsent died in his sleep on February 25, 2023, at age 92.[2][3]