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Anthony Quayle

Anthony Quayle - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornSeptember 07, 1913
DiedOctober 20, 1989 (age 76)
BirthplaceAinsdale, Southport, Lancashire, England, UK
Zodiac SignVirgo - (see also Anthony Quayle's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacOx
GenerationGreatest Generation
Known ForDistinguished English stage and film actor; notable film roles include 'Lawrence of Arabia,' 'The Guns of Navarone,' and 'Anne of the Thousand Days.'

Intro

Anthony Quayle was an English actor and theatre director, best known for his work on stage as well as in films such as 'Lawrence of Arabia,' 'The Guns of Navarone,' and 'Anne of the Thousand Days.'

Early Life & Background

Anthony Quayle was born in 1913 in Ainsdale. He was educated at Rugby School and trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA).

Career Highlights

  • Served as director of the Shakespeare Memorial Theatre from 1948 to 1956
  • Portrayed Major General Roy Urquhart in 'A Bridge Too Far' (1977)
  • Starred in 'Lawrence of Arabia' (1962)
  • Played a key role in 'The Guns of Navarone' (1961)
  • Received a knighthood in 1985

Trivia

  • Served in the British Army during World War II, participating in special operations
  • Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for 'Anne of the Thousand Days' (1969)

FAQs

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When was Anthony Quayle born?

Anthony Quayle was born the 7 September 1913.

Where is Anthony Quayle from?

Ainsdale, Southport, Lancashire, England, UK.

On His Birth-Day

About September 7th, 1913, in brief:

  • Historical events: Valerie Taylor, an influential Australian writer and activist, was born on September 7, 1913. She is known for her contributions to literature and her advocacy for social issues.
  • Day of the week: September 7th, 1913 was a Sunday
  • Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: The Curse of an Aching Heart by Will Oakland
  • Popular movie: Traffic in Souls directed by George Loane Tucker

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Sources

  1. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Anthony-Quayle
  2. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anthony_Quayle
  3. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0702930/