Frank Thring | |
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 Thring on the set of King of Kings in 1961 | |
| Born | Francis William Thring 11 May 1926 |
| Died | 29 December 1994 (aged 68) |
| Other names | William Francis Thring IV |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, theatre director |
| Years active | 1941–1993 |
| Spouse | Joan Cunliffe (divorced) |
| Father | F.W. Thring |
Francis William Thring IV (11 May 1926 – 29 December 1994) was an Australian character actor in radio, stage, television and film; as well as a theatre director. His early career started in London in theatre productions, before he starred in Hollywood film, where he became best known for roles in Ben-Hur in 1959 and King of Kings in 1961. He was known for always wearing black and styling his home in black decor.