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Bernard Lee - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 10, 1908 |
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| Died | January 16, 1981 (age 73) |
| Birthplace | Brentford, Middlesex, England, United Kingdom |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also Bernard Lee's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Goat |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Portraying 'M' in the James Bond film series (1962–1979) |
Intro
Bernard Lee was a distinguished English actor best known for his portrayal of M, the head of MI6, in the first eleven James Bond films released between 1962 and 1979.
Early Life & Background
Bernard Lee was born on January 10, 1908, in Brentford, Middlesex, England. He was the son of Edmund James Lee, an actor and stage manager, and grew up in a theatrical family. Lee later trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA), which laid the foundation for his extensive stage and film career.
Career Highlights
- Played 'M', head of MI6, in the James Bond films from 'Dr. No' (1962) to 'Moonraker' (1979).
- Appeared in over 100 films, including acclaimed roles in 'The Third Man' (1949), 'The Blue Lamp' (1950), and 'Whiskey Galore!' (1949).
- Had a prolific career in theatre and television in addition to film.
Trivia
- Bernard Lee was the only actor to play 'M' alongside three different James Bond actors: Sean Connery, George Lazenby, and Roger Moore.
- He survived a traumatic house fire in 1972, which tragically claimed the life of his wife.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Bernard Lee born?
Bernard Lee was born the 10 January 1908.
Where is Bernard Lee from?
Brentford, Middlesex, England, United Kingdom.
On His Birth-Day
About January 10th, 1908, in brief:
- Historical events: On January 10, 1908, the first flight of the flying boat, a type of seaplane, was achieved by Henri Fabre in France. This marked a significant advancement in aviation technology.
- Day of the week: January 10th, 1908 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Make Believe by Ada Jones & Billy Murray
- Popular movie: Tom Sawyer directed by Unknown
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