Edgar Barrier (March 4, 1907 – June 20, 1964) was an American actor who appeared on radio, stage, and screen. In the 1930s he was a member of Orson Welles' Mercury Theatre and was one of several actors who played Simon Templar on The Saint radio show. He also appeared in two films with Welles, Macbeth, and Journey into Fear. Barrier also appeared in the 1938 Welles-directed short, Too Much Johnson, which was long believed lost but was rediscovered in 2013.He was a guest star on a few episodes of Disney's Zorro as Don Cornelio Esperon.Barrier was born in New York City and died in Hollywood, California from a heart attack.
March 4, 1907, New York City, New York, United States
Died
June 20, 1964, Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, United States
Place Of Birth
New York City, New York, USA
Profession
Actor
Spouse
Ernestine Barrier
Children
Michael Barrier
Star Sign
Pisces
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Fact
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Played "The Saint" Simon Templar on radio in 1945.
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Attended Columbia University.
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Played the policeman Raoul in Nelson Eddy - Claude Rains version of Phantom of the Opera (1943), but better known for his suave villainy in fantasy costumers, often starring Jon Hall. He had one Shakespearean role on film - Banquo in the Orson Welles "Macbeth". His portrayal is often cited as the best of the supporting performances in that film.
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He was a member of Orson Welles' Mercury Theatre group, and appeared in many Welles productions on the radio.