Richard Harris

Late Irish Actor and Singer

Net Worth
$20M
Age
72 years
Height
183 cm
From
Ireland

Overview

Richard Harris (1930-2002) was a legendary Irish Actor who left an indelible mark on cinema. This profile covers their complete life story, iconic filmography, career achievements, and lasting legacy in the entertainment industry.

Quick Profile

Key highlights — personal details, origin and family.

Full Name
Richard John Harris
Profession(s)
Actor and Singer
Industry
Irish
Gender
Male
Age (as of today)
72 years
Exact Age (as of today)
72 Years, 0 Months, 24 Days
Born on (Date of Birth)
October 1, 1930 (Wednesday)
Birthplace
Limerick, Ireland
Died on (Date of Death)
October 25, 2002 (Friday)
Place of Death
University College Hospital, London, United Kingdom
Cause of Death
Harris was diagnosed with Hodgkin's disease in August 2002.
Zodiac Sign
Libra ♎️

Early Life and Upbringing

Hometown, childhood, education, and early influences.

Hometown
Limerick, Ireland
Country
Ireland
Nationality
Irish
College
Crescent College, London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art (LAMDA).

Family Background

Family background, relationship status, and past links.

Marital Status
Divorced
Significant Relationships
Princess Soraya (1964 – 1970)
Merle Oberon (1941 – 1955)
Spouse
Elizabeth Rees-Williams (m. 1957-1969), Ann Turkel (m. 1974-1982)
Children
3 Son
Son
Jamie Harris, Damian Harris, Jared Harris.
Mother
Mildred Josephine Harty Harris
Father
Ivan John Harris
Siblings
William George Harris, Patrick Ivan Harris, Noel William Michael Harris, Dermot Harris., None

Net Worth of Richard Harris: Income Sources & Assets

Estimated earnings, brand deals, and major assets (with sources where available).

Net Worth (approx. in 2026)
- $
- ₹
- €
- $20 Million USD
- ₹170 Crore INR
- €18.40 Million EURO

Physical Appearance: Height, Weight, and Body Stats

Verified measurements, tattoos and body features.

Age (as of today)
72 (72 Years, 0 Months, 24 Days)
Height
- meter
- feet
- cm
- 1.83 meters
- 6 feet 0 inches
- 183 centimeters
Weight
- lbs
- kg
- 176.4 pounds
- 80.0 kilograms
Eye Colour
Blue
Hair Colour
Blonde

Career, Awards, and Achievements

Filmography timeline, key roles, nominations, and wins.

Top Movies of Richard Harris — (Ranked)

Editor’s picks — must-watch performances and where to stream.

Debut Film
Movie: Alive and Kicking
Known For
his Character of “Albus Dumbledore” in the first two Harry Potter films: Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone (2001) and Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (2002).