Charles DurningAwards

Born:
February 28, 1923 in Highland Falls, NY
Occupation:
Actor
Biography:
Before he became an actor, Charles Durning, the son of an Army man, continued in his father's footsteps with valor and distinction, earning a silver star and purple heart in World War II. Durning held down several "joe jobs" -- iron worker, elevator operator, cabbie, waiter, and dance instructor...Read More

  • To Be or Not to Be

    Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture

    Nominated
    Hollywood Foreign Press Association
    1983

  • To Be or Not to Be

    Best Supporting Actor

    Nominated
    Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences
    1983

  • The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas

    Best Supporting Actor

    Nominated
    Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences
    1982

  • Captains and the Kings

    Best Supporting Actor in a Series, Miniseries or Motion Picture Made for Television

    Nominated
    Hollywood Foreign Press Association
    1976

  • Dog Day Afternoon

    Best Supporting Actor

    Won
    National Board of Review
    1975

  • Dog Day Afternoon

    Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture

    Nominated
    Hollywood Foreign Press Association
    1975

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