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- Birth nameBenjamin Matthew Luxon
- Benjamin Luxon was born on March 24, 1937 in Redruth, Cornwall, England, UK. He was an actor, known for Die Fledermaus (1983), Don Giovanni (1978) and The Return of Ulysses to His Homeland (1973). He was married to Susan Crofut and Sheila Amit. He died on July 25, 2024 in Sandisfield, Massachussets, USA.
- SpousesSusan Crofut(2002 - July 25, 2024) (his death)Sheila Amit(1969 - 2002) (divorced, 3 children)
- For his service to British Music he was made a Commander of the British Empire (CBE) in 1986.
- Won third prize in the ARD International Music Competition in Munich in 1961.
- Composer Benjamin Britten wrote the role of "Owen Wyngrave" (his television opera) specifically for Luxon's voice.
- Studied with Walther Gruner at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama.
- Made over 100 opera recordings.
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