Question: George Britton is known for playing the rold of Emile de Becque succeeding the actor who passed away in which year ?
Sentence (from "George Britton (musician)"): As a stage performer he is best known for succeeding Ezio Pinza in the role of Emile de Becque in the original Broadway production of Rodgers and Hammerstein's "South Pacific".
Relevant evidence: Yes