Jan Leighton
Performer
Jan Leighton is a Broadway performer. Explore their Broadway credits, shows, and songs below.
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About
Ubiquitous yet anonymous, Mr. Leighton conjured a career out of portraying historical figures—George Washington, William Shakespeare, Christopher Columbus—across countless commercials, print advertisements, and industrial films. The 1985 Guinness Book of World Records recognized him as the actor who had played the most roles, totaling 2,407.
Personal Details
- Born
- December 27, 1921
- Hometown
- Bronx, New York, USA
- Died
- November 16, 2009
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