George Chakiris Quotes

A collection of quotes by George Chakiris.

George Chakiris is an American actor, singer, and dancer who achieved fame for his portrayal of Bernardo, the leader of the Sharks gang, in the iconic musical film "West Side Story" (1961). He was born on September 16, 1934, in Norwood, Ohio.

Chakiris began his career as a dancer and performed in various productions during the 1950s. He made his Broadway debut in the musical "Wonderful Town" and later joined the original cast of "West Side Story" on Broadway as a member of the Sharks ensemble. Chakiris then reprised his role in the film adaptation, winning an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor in 1962.

Following his success in "West Side Story," Chakiris continued to act in films and on television throughout the 1960s and 1970s. He appeared in movies like "Diamond Head" (1962) and "Two and Two Make Six" (1962), but none matched the level of success he achieved with his breakout role. He also made guest appearances on popular television shows such as "Murder, She Wrote" and "Dallas."

In addition to his acting career, Chakiris released several albums and performed as a singer and dancer in various stage productions. Despite his success, Chakiris chose to step back from the limelight and reduced his acting endeavors. As of now, he has retired from the entertainment industry. Nonetheless, his portrayal of Bernardo and his exceptional dancing skills in "West Side Story" have left an indelible mark on the world of entertainment.