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Dudley's first stage appearance was with Oxford University Drama Society in 1955.
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During the 1950's, Dudley was a regular member of The Johnny Dankworth Seven where established himself as an accomplished jazz pianist.
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Dudley was the Godfather of comedic actor and long time friend Peter Cook's eldest daughter,Lucy.
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Dudley was an incredibly talented classically trained pianist.
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Dudley appeared in several TV commercials for National Car Rental in 1995.
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Dudley's star on the Walk of Fame for his contributions to the Motion Picture industry is located in Hollywood, CA at 7018 Hollywood Blvd.
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In 1982, Dudley won the Golden Globe Award for Best Motion Picture Actor - Comedy/Musical for his work in the film, Arthur (1981).
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In 1985, Dudley won the Golden Globe Award for Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture - Comedy/Musical for his appearance in the film, Micki + Maude (1984).
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In 1982, Dudley was nominated for an Oscar for Best Actor in a Leading Role
for his appearance in the film, Arthur (1981).
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Dudley has a Bar/Restaurant named after him in his honor in Cromwell Connecticut.
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Dudley won the NATO award in 1983 for Male Star of the Year.
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Long time friend of Dudley, Rena Fruchter took care of Dudley in his final days.
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Dudley was made a Commander in the CBE, that is the order of the British Empire.
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Dudley's first son whom he had with Tuesday Weld was born in 1976. His name is Patrick.
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72 Marker Street was the name of a restaurant Dudley owned in Venice, Los Angeles.
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Dudley's second son was born on June 28, 1995. He was named Nicholas Anthony.
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Dudley was an established piano player and got his recognition when he was a member of The Johnny Dankworth Seven.
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Dudley had problems with his health from birth. He was born with a club foot and had to undergo surgery to correct that.
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Dudley went under the knife in 1997. He had a quadruple bypass. After his surgery Moore had suffered 4 minor strokes in 1997.
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One of Dudley's performances was on a music video where he sang in a choir Voices that Care.
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Dudley's life did not come without difficulties. He was arrested and charged with suspicion of domestic violence on a cohabitant in March of 1994.
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Brogan Lane was the next in the line of marriages for Dudley. He married her on February 21 1988 and divorced her in December of 1991.
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Dudley married Suzy Kendal on June of 1968 and he divorced her in September of 1972.
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Dudley was short of stature, he stood 5'2 ½" tall.
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Many of his friends nicknamed Dudley Cuddly Dudley.
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In many circles Dudley was known as The Dudley Moore Trio.
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Dudley was originally cast as Henry in The Mirror Has Two Faces, but began to have trouble remembering his lines. As a result, he lost the role to George Segal (who, ironically, was once chosen to star in 10, only to be replaced by Moore).