Learn how a poor kid named Richard Jenkins became a Hollywood legend named Richard Burton. This episode takes a close look at life and career of one of the most iconic actors of the 20th century. This episodes the ups and downs of his career, and the ups and downs he had in his personal relationships, including his tumultuous relationship with the actress Elizabeth Taylor.

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https://dramaticheart.wales/our-valleys/afan-valley/richard-burton/memories-of-richard-burton/

https://www.biography.com/actors/richard-burton

https://becomingrichardburton.museum.wales/early-life

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https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2020/08/elizabeth-taylor-richard-burton-marriage-furious-love?srsltid=AfmBOooJhNPGT3-5U1Kp1asukrx16zaV6t_bXRmPsDNh48OSP7Dd2-II

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