River Phoenix
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Biography
His father John had been a carpenter, his mother Arlyn was a secretary in the Bronx. They met in California in 1968 where they worked as itinerant fruit pickers. By the time River was two, they were m... [more]
Trivia
- Ranked #69 on The 100 Greatest Movie Stars (2003) (TV) on Channel 4 (UK).
- Often drank warm soda, such as Coke or Dr. Pepper, before going on camera.
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Quotes
In simplicity there is truth.
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Snapshot
Date of Birth: 23rd of August, 1970Died: 31st of October, 1993 (aged 22)
Occupation: Actor
Height: 5' 10" (178cm)
Cause of Death: Accident - Overdose
Hair Colur: Brown - Light
Religion: Cult
Eye Colour: Green
Gender: Male
Claim to Fame: My Own Private Idaho
Nationality: United States
Ethnicity: White
Alternative Names:
Rio
Riv
