Alex Barris
Alex Paul Barris, CM (September 16, 1922 – January 15, 2004) was an American-born Canadian television actor and writer. Member of ACTRA, he was a writer and panelist for the game show Front Page Challenge.[1] He was born in New York City, New York, USA and moved to Canada, residing in Scarborough, Ontario.
Alex Barris | |
|---|---|
| Born | September 16, 1922 |
| Died | January 15, 2004 (aged 81) Toronto, Ontario |
| Nationality | Canadian and American |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Known for | Work on Front Page Challenge |
Barris was 81 when he died due to complications from a stroke he suffered a year earlier in Toronto, Ontario.
His son, Ted, is a retired journalism professor and author of several books. In 1998, Alex Barris was made a Member of the Order of Canada.[1]
References
- Alex Barris, C.M. Member of the Order of Canada - The Governor General of Canada
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