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Rignold, George

Actor and theatre manager renowned for both Shakespearean performances and popular melodramas.

Milestone
Born
1839
Arrived Sydney
1876
Died
16 Dec 1912
Buried
18 Dec 1912
Name
Alternate
Rignall, George Richard
Occupation
Relationship
Spouse
Spouse
1907 - 1911

Rignold, George

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2010

Known for his heroic roles and spectacular productions, actor-manager George Rignold was nicknamed 'Gorgeous George' by The Bulletin.