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Quentin Crisp (December 25, 1908 - November 21, 1999), born Denis Pratt, became a gay icon in the 1970s after being one of the first men to be unashamedly out of the Closet.
Known for his clever and often insightful witticisms, Crisp authored several books of autobiography and social advice, including The Naked Civil Servant and The Wit and Wisdom of Quentin Crisp
In his later years he appeared as a stage and film actor, notably as Queen Elizabeth I in the film Orlando.
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Quentin Crisp Facts
| Birth Name | Denis Pratt |
| Occupation | Actor |
| Birthday | December 25, 1908 |
| Sign | Capricorn |
| Birthplace | Carshalton, England, United Kingdom |
| Date of death | November 21, 1999 (age 90) |
Selected Filmography
| The Celluloid Closet | ||
| The Bride | ||
| Orlando | ||
| Homo Heights | ||
| Desolation Angels | ||
| Barriers | ||
| Red Ribbons | ||
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