Barbara Steele - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | December 29, 1938 |
|---|---|
| Age | 87 |
| Birthplace | Birkenhead, Cheshire, England, UK |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also Barbara Steele's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Tiger |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Starring roles in Italian gothic horror films such as 'Black Sunday' (1960), and appearances in movies like 'The Pit and the Pendulum' (1961), solidifying her status as a cult horror icon. |
Intro
Barbara Steele is an English actress and film producer best known for her iconic roles in European horror films of the 1960s, particularly Italian gothic horror cinema. She gained a cult following for her performances in movies such as 'Black Sunday' and is considered a classic Scream Queen of genre cinema.
Early Life & Background
Barbara Steele was born in Birkenhead, Cheshire (now Merseyside), England. She studied art at the Chelsea College of Art and Design in London before transitioning to an acting career.
Career Highlights
- Starred as Asa Vajda in Mario Bava's 'Black Sunday' (1960), establishing her reputation in the horror genre.
- Appeared in notable films such as Roger Corman's 'The Pit and the Pendulum' (1961), 'The Horrible Dr. Hichcock' (1962), and 'Castle of Blood' (1964).
- Worked extensively in Italian cinema during the 1960s, becoming an international star in the horror genre.
- Transitioned in the 1970s and 1980s to roles in film production, including associate producer for the acclaimed movie 'The Winds of War' TV miniseries.
Trivia
- Barbara Steele is often referred to as the 'Queen of All Scream Queens' due to her influential work in horror cinema.
- She was married to screenwriter James Poe.
- Steele made a cameo appearance in David Cronenberg's 1983 film 'Videodrome'.
FAQs
People also ask
Barbara Steele is 87 years old.
Barbara Steele was born the 29 December 1938.
Birkenhead, Cheshire, England, UK.
On Her Birth-Day
About December 29th, 1938, in brief:
- Day of the week: December 29th, 1938 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: You're A Sweet Little Headache by Benny Goodman & His Orchestra (Vocal Martha Tilton)
- Popular movie: The Adventures of Robin Hood directed by Michael Curtiz, William Keighley
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