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Alan Young - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | November 19, 1919 |
|---|---|
| Age | 106 |
| Birthplace | North Shields, Northumberland, England, UK |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio - (see also Alan Young's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Goat |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Starring as Wilbur Post on 'Mister Ed' and voicing Scrooge McDuck in 'DuckTales.' |
Intro
Alan Young was a Scottish-born Canadian-American actor, voice actor, comedian, and radio and television host best known for his roles as Wilbur Post in the TV series 'Mister Ed' and as the voice of Scrooge McDuck in Disney's 'DuckTales.'
Early Life & Background
Alan Young was born in North Shields, Northumberland, England but moved with his family to Edinburgh, Scotland, and then to Canada as a child, where he developed an early interest in radio and began working in Canadian radio by his teens.[1][2]
Career Highlights
- Starred as Wilbur Post in the television comedy 'Mister Ed' (1961–1966).
- Voiced Scrooge McDuck in Disney's 'DuckTales' (1987–1990) and related media.
- Created and starred in 'The Alan Young Show,' a popular radio and television variety show (1944–1953).
- Had a diverse career spanning radio, television, and voice acting across more than seven decades.
Trivia
- Alan Young won a Primetime Emmy Award for Best Actor in 1950 for 'The Alan Young Show.'[2]
- He continued to voice Scrooge McDuck for Disney video games and theme park attractions well into his 90s.
- He was friends with fellow actor and comedian Jim Backus.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Alan Young?
Alan Young is 106 years old.
When was Alan Young born?
Alan Young was born the 19 November 1919.
Where is Alan Young from?
North Shields, Northumberland, England, UK.
On His Birth-Day
About November 19th, 1919, in brief:
- Historical events: On November 19, 1919, the U.S. Senate voted against ratifying the Treaty of Versailles, which had been signed earlier that year to end World War I. The treaty faced opposition primarily due to concerns over the League of Nations, particularly Article 10, which some senators believed could entangle the U.S. in foreign conflicts. The Senate's rejection meant the United States did not join the League of Nations.
- Day of the week: November 19th, 1919 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Scorpio (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: I've Got My Captain Working for Me Now by Billy Murray
- Popular movie: Male and Female directed by Cecil B. DeMille
Check the link for more news and curiosities on November 19th, 1919.