Red Buttons Age, Bio, Death, Net Worth, Married, Children

Red Buttons was a multitalented American actor and comedian who died at the age of 87 due to vascular disease. The talented actor has also won an Oscar and a Golden Globe for his supporting role in the 1957 film Sayonara.

Further, Red made his debut in September 1942, in a movie named Vickie. He also appeared in the Minsky’s show Wine, Women and Song that year. This was the last classic show in the history of New York City.

Who is Red Buttons? Know His Early Life and Career

Red Buttons is a famous American actor and comedian. He was born on February 5, 1919, in Century City, Los Angeles, California. Further, he was born to Sophie and Michael Chwatt as Aron Chwatt. Besides, there is no more information about his early life and family.

Moreover, the actor’s educational background is also hiding from the general mass. Initially, he worked as an entertaining bellhop at Rayn’s Tavern when he was just 16. He got his name Red Buttons due to his red hair and the large, shiny buttons on the bellhop uniforms.

In September 1942 Buttons made his Broadway debut in Vickie with Ferrer and Uta Hagen. He also appeared in the Minsky’s show Wine, Women and Song that year. Unfortunately, Mayor La Guardia administration closed it down and this became the last classic show in the history of New York.

In 1957 Mr. Buttons co-starred in the movie Sayonara. His role of airman Joe Kelly garnered him a BAFTA (British Academy of film and television arts) award, an Oscar, and a Golden Globe for best supporting actor.

Personal Life of Red Buttons; Know about his Wives and Children

Red Buttons was married three times. The Emmy award winner married his first wife, Roxanne Arien, in 1940. Unfortunately, their marriage ended in divorce. He later married Helayne McNorton on December 8, 1949. Unfortunately, they divorced in 1963.

Besides, his second wife  Alicia Pratts, which lasted from January 27, 1964, until her death in March 2001. Furthermore, Red was not involved in any kind of rumors or controversy. Later he died at the age of 87. The comedian was single when he died in 2006.

Red Buttons’ Net Worth and Earnings

Red Buttons had an estimated net worth of $1 million. Further, the actor has a total of 81 acting credits in his name. Besides, he has also appeared in television series and short movies.

Besides, he has a total of 132 self credits which includes his stand-up-comedy shows. Furthermore, his movies have grossed more than $5 million on average. Besides, he had not disclosed information regarding his property and assets but, we are pretty sure he had added many of them in his name.