Torn graduated from Taylor High School in Taylor, Texas in 1948. The nickname 'Rip' is a family tradition in the Torn family. The family is of German, Austrian, and Czech/Moravian ancestry. The senior Elmore (1906â∱971) was an agriculturalist and economist who worked to promote the consumption of black-eyed peas, particularly as a custom on New Year's Day. Torn was born in Temple, Texas on February 6, 1931, the son of Elmore Rual 'Tiger' Torn Sr. Torn also won an American Comedy Award for Funniest Supporting Male in a Series, and two CableACE Awards for his work on the show, and was nominated for a Satellite Award in 1997 as well. His work includes the role of Artie the producer on The Larry Sanders Show, for which he was nominated for six Emmy Awards, winning in 1996. Torn was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his part as Marsh Turner in Cross Creek (1984). (born February 6, 1931) is an American actor, voice artist, and comedian.
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