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Acclaimed Star Of 'On The Waterfront' & 'Godfather' Was 80 Years Old
www.cbsnews.comShort answer: Marlon Brando was 47 years old during the filming of The Godfather (the filming took place in 1971, and Brando was born in 1924).
Details and context:
- The Godfather was released in 1972, with principal photography mainly in 1971. Brando’s birth date is April 3, 1924, which makes him 47 during the filming year 1971. This has been corroborated by multiple reputable discussions of Brando’s age during production.[1][3][9]
- Brando’s performance as Don Vito Corleone is frequently noted for seeming older than his actual age, aided by makeup, wardrobe, and a deliberate demeanor, even though his real age at the time was 47.[3][9][1]
- For broader context, Brando lived from 1924 to 2004, passing away at age 80, unrelated to the question of his age during The Godfather production.[4][6]
If you’d like, I can pull together a quick timeline showing the production dates, release, and Brando’s age at key points, or provide a brief comparison with the age of the character Don Vito Corleone.