Although Richard Kiley's rich baritone and strong vocal talent was much in evidence and received due respect with his award of a Tony for "Man of La Mancha", it was little used in his television and movie appearances. Won two Tony Awards as Best Actor (Musical): in 1959 for "Redhead" and in 1966 for his signature role, "Man of La Mancha". He was also nominated in the same category in 1962 for "No Strings" and, in 1987, as as Best Actor (Play) for a revival of Arthur Miller's "All My Sons".
生于美国纽约，早年在纽约学习表演，后来到百老汇发展，直到1975年出演《英雄不流泪》才开始进入好莱坞发展，他参演的影片大部分都是娱乐商业片，尤其善于出演喜剧电影。
