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Basil Rathbone - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | June 13, 1892 |
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| Died | July 21, 1967 (age 75) |
| Birthplace | Johannesburg, South African Republic (now South Africa) |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini - (see also Basil Rathbone's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dragon |
| Generation | Lost Generation |
| Known For | Portraying Sherlock Holmes in films and radio adaptations; villain roles in films such as 'The Adventures of Robin Hood.' |
Intro
Basil Rathbone was an English actor, widely recognized for his portrayal of Sherlock Holmes in 14 Hollywood films from 1939 to 1946 and in a radio series. He was also noted for his roles as a suave villain in many films and was an accomplished Shakespearean stage performer.
Early Life & Background
Basil Rathbone was born Philip St. John Basil Rathbone in Johannesburg, South African Republic, in 1892. His family fled South Africa for Britain in 1895 after his father was accused by the Boers of being a British spy. He attended Repton School in England.
Career Highlights
- Starred as Sherlock Holmes in 14 films (1939–1946).
- Played Sir Guy of Gisbourne in 'The Adventures of Robin Hood' (1938).
- Twice nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor.
- Acclaimed performances in stage productions, especially Shakespearean roles.
Trivia
- Rathbone served as an intelligence officer during World War I.
- He was awarded the Military Cross for bravery.
- He had a long-standing professional association with actor Nigel Bruce (Dr. Watson in the Holmes films).
FAQs
People also ask
When was Basil Rathbone born?
Basil Rathbone was born the 13 June 1892.
Where is Basil Rathbone from?
Johannesburg, South African Republic (now South Africa).
On His Birth-Day
About June 13th, 1892, in brief:
- Day of the week: June 13th, 1892 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Gemini (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: