Pat Harrington Sr. facts for kids
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Pat Harrington Sr.
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Harrington in 1956
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Daniel Patrick Harrington
February 6, 1901 |
| Died | September 2, 1965 (aged 64) New York City, New York, U.S.
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| Nationality | Canadian |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Children | Pat Harrington Jr. |
Daniel Patrick Harrington Sr. (born February 6, 1901 – died September 2, 1965) was a talented Canadian actor. He was known for his work on the stage, especially on Broadway, and also appeared in early television shows.
About Pat Harrington Sr.
Daniel Patrick Harrington was born in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. He loved acting and became a well-known performer.
His Stage Career
Pat Harrington Sr. made his first big appearance on Broadway in 1940. Broadway is a famous area in New York City where many professional plays and musicals are performed. His first show there was called Panama Hattie.
He continued to act in many other Broadway shows. These included a patriotic show called Star and Garter in 1942. He also performed in The Front Page in 1946 and Call Me Madam in 1950. Later, in 1961, he was in the play Sunday in New York.
Early Television Work
Besides his stage work, Pat Harrington Sr. also appeared on television. He was part of some of the first TV series ever made. These included a show called A Couple of Joes in 1949. He also appeared in The Wonderful John Acton in 1953.
His Family
Pat Harrington Sr. was the father of another famous actor, Pat Harrington Jr.. His son also had a successful career in acting.
