- Born
- Died
- Height5′ 10″ (1.78 m)
- Edgar Barrier was born on March 4, 1907 in New York City, New York, USA. He was an actor, known for Phantom of the Opera (1943), Cyrano de Bergerac (1950) and Macbeth (1948). He died on June 20, 1964 in Hollywood, California, USA.
- Children
- He was a member of Orson Welles' Mercury Theatre group, and appeared in many Welles productions on the radio.
- Played "The Saint" Simon Templar on radio in 1945.
- Played the policeman Raoul in Nelson Eddy - Claude Rains version of Phantom of the Opera (1943), but better known for his suave villainy in fantasy costumers, often starring Jon Hall. He had one Shakespearean role on film - Banquo in the Orson Welles "Macbeth". His portrayal is often cited as the best of the supporting performances in that film.
- Screen and stage actor.
- Attended Columbia University.
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