David Niven

Acting

David Niven

David Niven is best known for The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson, The Oscars, What's My Line? and The Ed Sullivan Show. David Niven was born on March 1, 1910. David Niven died on July 29, 1983 at the age of 73.

Born
March 1, 1910
Place of birth
London, England, UK
Died
July 29, 1983 (73 years old)

Biography

James David Graham Niven (1 March 1910 – 29 July 1983), known as David Niven, was a British actor and novelist, best known for his roles as Phileas Fogg in Around the World in 80 Days and Sir Charles Lytton, a.k.a. "the Phantom", in The Pink Panther. He was awarded the 1958 Academy Award for Best Actor in Separate Tables.

Known for

Filmography

Frequently asked questions

What movies and shows has David Niven been in?

David Niven is best known for The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson, The Oscars, What's My Line? and The Ed Sullivan Show.

When was David Niven born?

David Niven was born on March 1, 1910. (London, England, UK)

How old is David Niven?

David Niven died on July 29, 1983 at the age of 73.

Updated: October 25, 2026 ·