Mr Burton: The teacher who helped propel Richard Burton to fame

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Richard Burton was a global icon – famed for his powerful, baritone voice and passionate yet tumultuous relationship with fellow megastar Elizabeth Taylor.

But until now, few had ever heard of Philip Burton.

Philip was Richard's school teacher who spotted his potential, became his legal ward, lent him his name and helped propel him to international stardom.

"It was a friendship built for the ages, an unlikely friendship," said Ed Talfan, a producer on new biopic Mr Burton, which was released in UK cinemas on Friday.

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