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Maurice Woods

1938 – 1983

American Actor

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About Maurice Woods

Lived 1938 – 1983 (aged 45). Maurice Woods was an American actor.

Maurice Woods (May 28, 1938 – November 1, 1983) was an American actor.

He was an actor, known for Trading Places (1983), Attica (1980) and Will: The Autobiography of G. Gordon Liddy (1982)

Away from the film industry, Woods was seen in many Off Broadway and Off Off Broadway productions, such as “The Last Street Play”.

On November 1, 1983, Woods died of cancer, in the Lenox Hill Hospital, Manhattan. He was aged 45. He was survived by his wife, Lauren Woods and children, Simeon and Patricia.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Maurice Woods?

American Actor (1938-1983)

When was Maurice Woods born?

Maurice Woods was born on 28 May 1938.

When did Maurice Woods die?

Maurice Woods died on 1 November 1983 in Manhattan.

What was Maurice Woods's occupation?

Maurice Woods was an actor.

What nationality was Maurice Woods?

Maurice Woods was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Maurice Woods

· Wikidata: Q17181076

· DBpedia: Maurice Woods

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