George Chakiris made his film debut at the age of 12 singing in the chorus of _Song of Love from 1985 to 1986. He has released several records: "George Chakiris," "Memories Are Made of These," "The Gershwin Song Book," "West Side Story's Dynamic...". Recently, he has appeared in several plays and stage musicals: after "The King and I" in the US in 1995, he performed in Britain the role of Rochester in "Jane Eyre".
Hit #110 on the Billboard Hot 100 pop charts with "Maria" in October of 1962.
Performed the role of Riff, leader of the Jets, in the London stage production of "West Side Story" before winning the role of Bernardo, leader of the rival Sharks gang, in the film version ( West Side Story ).
Often remembered as a "Latin Lover" type in Hollywood, but is actually the son of Greek immigrants.
Is portrayed by Glenn Quinn in Call Me Anna .
George was one of the male dancers in the 1954 hit movie "White Christmas". He particularly featured in the musical number "Love, You Didnt Do Right By Me" with Rosemary Clooney.
He was one of the tuxedoed male dancers surrounding Marilyn Monroe for the Diamonds Are A Girls Best Friend number in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes.
(November 2011) Graumans Chinese Theatre, Los Angeles, California: Hand and footprint ceremony celebrating the 50th anniversary of West Side Story with WSS co-stars Rita Moreno and Russ Tamblyn.
(February 2002) Last performing on stage in England in 1997, now actively involved in jewelry making (specifically, sterling silver) as a career/hobby.
Designing silver jewelry.
(December 2011) Norwood Middle School, Ohio: A George Chakiris Day proclamation from Mayor Thomas Williams.
Working with [Jerome] Robbins was the greatest experience I ever had,because it was Jerry who first showed me how a dancer could express,himself in dancing rhythms and how an actor could intensify his,dramatic performance with the graceful, expressive body movements of a,dancer.
You do have to keep visible, but keeping visible with good material is,very difficult.
The parallel between acting and making jewelry is quite similar. There,is discipline, patience, persistence and dedication in making both,successful.
[on his jewelry design] It would be a wonderful collaborative effort to,design a special one-of-a-kind piece for someone. The process of doing,it is the exciting, creative part. . . and that would be a total joy to,undertake.
No matter how dark the moment, love and hope are always possible!,No matter how dark the moment, love and hope are always possible. .
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