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| Born | December 8, 1936 |
| Hometown | Los Angeles, California, United States |
| Net worth | $500 thousand |
| Height | 6'0" (1.82m) |
| Spouse | Annie Bierman (m 2004 - 2009) , Marina Anderson (m 1998 - 2001) , Gail Jensen (m 1986 - 1997) , Linda Gilbert (m 1977 - 1983) , Donna Lee Becht (m 1960 - 1968) |
| Partner | Barbara Hershey (1969 - 1975) |
| Children | Calista Carradine |
| Parents | John Carradine |
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| Year | Associations | Category | Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Golden Globe | Best Performance By an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture | Kill Bill: Volume 2 | Nominated |
| 1986 | Golden Globe | Best Performance by An Actor in a Supporting Role in a Series, Miniseries or Motion Picture Made | North and South | Nominated |
| 1977 | Golden Globe | Best Performance By an Actor in a Motion Picture - Drama | Bound for Glory (1976 film) | Nominated |
| 1974 | Golden Globe | Best Performance by an Actor in a Television Series - Drama | Kung Fu | Nominated |
| 1973 | Emmy (Primetime) | Outstanding Continued Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role (Drama Series - Continuing) | Kung Fu | Nominated |
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