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Alexander Knox - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 16, 1907 |
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| Died | April 26, 1995 (age 88) |
| Birthplace | Strathroy, Ontario, Canada |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also Alexander Knox's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Horse |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Portraying Woodrow Wilson in the 1944 film 'Wilson' and for his work in film and television in both the US and the UK. |
Intro
Alexander Knox was a Canadian actor and author best known for his role as President Woodrow Wilson in the film 'Wilson' (1944), which earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor. Knox had a prolific career in both Hollywood and British cinema, spanning several decades.
Early Life & Background
Alexander Knox was born in Strathroy, Ontario, Canada and was educated at the University of Western Ontario before starting his acting career on stage in London, Ontario, and later moving to the United States and the United Kingdom.
Career Highlights
- Academy Award nomination for Best Actor for 'Wilson' (1944)
- Appeared in 'The Sea Wolf' (1941) and 'Europa '51' (1952)
- Worked on stage in both North America and the UK
- Accomplished mystery and adventure novelist
Trivia
- Was also a prolific writer, authoring several crime and adventure novels.
- After being associated with left-wing causes during the McCarthy era, Knox spent much of his career in the United Kingdom.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Alexander Knox born?
Alexander Knox was born the 16 January 1907.
Where is Alexander Knox from?
Strathroy, Ontario, Canada.
On His Birth-Day
About January 16th, 1907, in brief:
- Historical events: Alfred Shaw, a pioneering English cricketer and rugby footballer, passed away on January 16, 1907, in Gedling, Nottinghamshire, England.
- Day of the week: January 16th, 1907 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: I'm Sorry by Ada Jones & Billy Murray
- Popular movie: Tom Sawyer directed by Unknown
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