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Jack Wild (30 September 1952 – 1 March 2006) was an English actor and singer. He is best known for his role as the Artful Dodger in the film Oliver!
Jack Wild was a British actor and singer who starred in Oliver!, H.R. Pufnstuf and Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves. He died of oral cancer in 2006 at age 53.
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- Royton, near Oldham, Lancashire, England, UK
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- Tebworth, Bedfordshire, England, UK
Jack Wild. Actor: Oliver!. Born September 30, 1952, in Royton, near Oldham, England, Jack Wild was discovered by talent agent June Collins, mother of rock star Phil Collins. His breakthrough came when he landed the role of Oliver in the London stage production of "Oliver!"
- September 30, 1952
- March 1, 2006
Learn about the life and career of Jack Wild, who played the Artful Dodger in Oliver! and Jimmy in H R Pufnstuf. From his early stage and screen roles to his struggles with alcohol and cancer, discover his story and legacy.
Mar 3, 2006 · LONDON, March 2 - Jack Wild, an actor who earned an Oscar nomination for his role as the irrepressible Artful Dodger in the 1968 movie musical "Oliver!," died on Wednesday. He was 53.
Mar 2, 2006 · Actor Jack Wild, who played The Artful Dodger in 1968 film Oliver!, has died at the age of 53. Wild was nominated for an Oscar when he was just 16 for the role. He also starred in...
Mar 2, 2006 · Jack Wild, who earned an Oscar nomination as a teenager for his role as the Artful Dodger in the 1968 film “Oliver!” has died from cancer, his agent said Thursday. He was 53.
