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Who was Richard Burton compared to by critic Kenneth Tynan?

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Kenneth Tynan, a prominent theater critic, once called Richard Burton "the natural successor to Olivier," referring to the great British actor Laurence Olivier. This comparison speaks to Burton's immense talent and his reputation as a formidable Shakespearean actor.
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