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Peter Sellers (1925 – 1980)

Biography and Movie Career

Peter Sellers was born Richard Henry Sellers on September 8, 1925, in Southsea, Portsmouth, England, to Agnes Doreen "Peg" (née Marks) and William "Bill" Sellers.

His parents were vaudeville entertainers, and young Peter was exposed to the world of performance from an early age. The family’s constant touring lifestyle meant that Sellers did not have a stable home life, which profoundly influenced his personality and later work.

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He was particularly close to his mother, who encouraged his interest in entertainment.

Path Towards Success: During World War II, Sellers joined the Royal Air Force, where he was part of the entertainment division, performing for the troops.

This experience solidified his passion for acting and comedy. After the war, he found work on BBC Radio, where he became a key member of the groundbreaking comedy program "The Goon Show" (1951-19