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Bruce McGill - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | July 11, 1950 |
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| Age | 75 |
| Birthplace | San Antonio, Texas, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer - (see also Bruce McGill's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Tiger |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Notable for playing 'D-Day' in 'National Lampoon's Animal House' and Jack Dalton on the television series 'MacGyver'. |
Intro
Bruce McGill is an American actor best known for his extensive work in film and television, notably for his roles in 'Animal House', 'MacGyver', and collaborations with director Michael Mann.
Early Life & Background
Bruce McGill was born in San Antonio, Texas, and is the son of Adriel Rose (Jacobs), an artist, and Woodrow Wilson McGill, a real estate and insurance agent. He attended the University of Texas at Austin, where he studied drama.
Career Highlights
- Breakout role as Daniel Simpson 'D-Day' Day in 'National Lampoon's Animal House' (1978).
- Played Jack Dalton in 'MacGyver' (1985–1992).
- Frequent collaborator with director Michael Mann, appearing in 'The Insider', 'Ali', and 'Collateral'.
- Supporting roles in notable films such as 'Timecop', 'Legally Blonde 2: Red, White & Blonde', and 'Lincoln'.
- Notable television appearances include 'Rizzoli & Isles' as Detective Vince Korsak.
Trivia
- Bruce McGill performed his own famous 'William Tell Overture' scene using his fingers on his throat in 'Animal House'.
- He is known for his distinctive deep voice and has done voice acting in various projects.
- McGill is not related to Everett McGill, another American actor.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Bruce McGill?
Bruce McGill is 75 years old.
When was Bruce McGill born?
Bruce McGill was born the 11 July 1950.
Where is Bruce McGill from?
San Antonio, Texas, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About July 11th, 1950, in brief:
- Historical events: The 17th Major League Baseball All-Star Game was held on July 11, 1950, at Comiskey Park in Chicago. The National League defeated the American League 4–3 in 14 innings, marking the first extra-inning All-Star Game. Ted Williams of the Boston Red Sox sustained an elbow injury during the game after colliding with the unpadded outfield wall.
- Day of the week: July 11th, 1950 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: La Vie En Rose by Tony Martin
- Popular movie: All About Eve directed by Joseph L. Mankiewicz
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