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Billy Zane

Billy Zane - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornFebruary 24, 1966
Age60
BirthplaceChicago, Illinois, United States
Zodiac SignPisces - (see also Billy Zane's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacHorse
GenerationGeneration X
Known ForHis portrayal of Caledon 'Cal' Hockley in the 1997 film 'Titanic', as well as lead roles in 'The Phantom' (1996) and 'Dead Calm' (1989).

Intro

Billy Zane is an American actor and producer best known for his roles in blockbuster films such as 'Titanic' and 'The Phantom'. He has also had recurring roles in television and continues to work in both film and television.

Early Life & Background

Billy Zane was born to Thalia and William George Zane Sr., both amateur actors and founders of a school for medical technicians. Zane grew up in Chicago in a Greek-American family and attended the Francis W. Parker School. He was influenced by his parents’ involvement in acting from a young age.

Career Highlights

  • Breakout film role in 'Dead Calm' (1989)
  • Starred as the villain Caledon 'Cal' Hockley in James Cameron's 'Titanic' (1997)
  • Lead role in 'The Phantom' (1996)
  • Appeared in 'Back to the Future' (1985) and its sequel
  • Television roles including 'Twin Peaks' and 'Charmed'

Trivia

  • He auditioned for the role of Johnny Castle in 'Dirty Dancing' (1987).
  • Billy Zane's sister, Lisa Zane, is also an actress.
  • Voiced Ansem in the video game 'Kingdom Hearts'.

FAQs

People also ask

How old is Billy Zane?

Billy Zane is 60 years old.

When was Billy Zane born?

Billy Zane was born the 24 February 1966.

Where is Billy Zane from?

Chicago, Illinois, United States.

On His Birth-Day

About February 24th, 1966, in brief:

  • Day of the week: February 24th, 1966 was a Thursday
  • Zodiac Sign: Pisces (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: These Boots Are Made For Walkin' by Nancy Sinatra
  • #1 UK song: These Boots Are Made For Walkin' by Nancy Sinatra
  • Popular movie: Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? directed by Mike Nichols

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Billy_Zane
  2. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Billy-Zane
  3. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000708/