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Al Freeman - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | March 21, 1934 |
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| Died | August 09, 2012 (age 78) |
| Birthplace | San Antonio, Texas, U.S. |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries - (see also Al Freeman's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dog |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Role as Captain Ed Hall on the soap opera 'One Life to Live', and his performance as Malcolm X in 'Malcolm X' (1979). |
Intro
Al Freeman Jr. was an acclaimed American actor, director, and educator, best known for his significant contribution to stage, television, and film, including his groundbreaking role as Captain Ed Hall on the soap opera 'One Life to Live.'
Early Life & Background
Al Freeman Jr. was born in San Antonio, Texas, and attended Los Angeles City College. He began acting in the late 1950s, gaining recognition for his talent both on stage and on screen.
Career Highlights
- First African American to win the Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series for 'One Life to Live' (1979)
- Portrayed Malcolm X in the 1979 miniseries 'Roots: The Next Generations'
- Appeared in Spike Lee's film 'Malcolm X' (1992) as Elijah Muhammad
- Chairman of the Department of Theatre Arts at Howard University
Trivia
- His portrayal of Ed Hall in 'One Life to Live' marked one of the first times an African American actor had a major ongoing role in daytime television.
- Freeman was an influential acting teacher and mentor to many students at Howard University.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Al Freeman born?
Al Freeman was born the 21 March 1934.
Where is Al Freeman from?
San Antonio, Texas, U.S..
On His Birth-Day
About March 21st, 1934, in brief:
- Day of the week: March 21st, 1934 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: The Thin Man directed by W.S. Van Dyke
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