Robert Goulet was an American actor and singer who is best known for his performances in “Camelot,” “Happy Time,” and “Beetlejuice.”
Personal and Family Life
Robert Goulet was born on November 26, 1933, in Lawrence, Massachusetts, to French-Canadian parents. He began singing at a young age and pursued a music education through a scholarship to the Royal Conservatory of Music in Toronto. Goulet was married three times; his first wife was Louise Longmore, with whom he had a daughter named Nicolette. He later married Carol Lawrence and had two sons, Christopher and Michael, before marrying Vera Goulet in 1982.
Career Achievements
Goulet rose to fame with his role as Lancelot in the Broadway musical “Camelot” in 1960. He also won a Tony Award in 1968 for his performance in “Happy Time.” Throughout his career, Goulet performed for several U.S. presidents and even had the honor of singing for Queen Elizabeth II. His rich baritone voice made him a well-known figure in music and television, securing his place in Broadway history.
Death and Legacy
Robert Goulet passed away on October 30, 2007, in Los Angeles due to pulmonary fibrosis. He was awaiting a lung transplant at the time of his death. He left behind a legacy of memorable performances and is remembered for his contributions to musical theater, as well as his appeal in television and concert performances.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Atlantic City | 1980-09-03 | Singer |
| Gay Purr-ee | 1962-10-24 | Jaune Tom (voice) |
| Scrooged | 1988-11-22 | Self |
| The Naked Gun 2½: The Smell of Fear | 1991-06-28 | Quentin Hapsburg |
| Recess: School’s Out | 2001-02-16 | Mikey’s Singing Voice (voice) |
| The Simpsons | 1989-12-17 | Robert Goulet (voice) |
| Broadway: The Golden Age | 2003-04-03 | Self |
| Murder, She Wrote | 1984-09-30 | Willard Kaufmann |