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Burt Reynolds - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | February 11, 1936 |
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| Died | September 06, 2018 (age 82) |
| Birthplace | Lansing, Michigan, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius - (see also Burt Reynolds's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Best known for his roles in 'Smokey and the Bandit', 'Deliverance', and 'The Longest Yard'. |
Intro
Burt Reynolds was an American actor, director, and producer, widely recognized as one of Hollywood's leading film and television stars of the 1970s and 1980s. He gained fame for his charismatic screen presence, comedic timing, and roles in action-packed films.
Early Life & Background
Reynolds was born to Burton Milo Reynolds Sr., a police chief, and Fern H. Reynolds. He grew up in Riviera Beach, Florida, and attended Florida State University, initially pursuing a career in football before an injury led him to acting.
Career Highlights
- Breakout role in the film 'Deliverance' (1972)
- Starred in box office hits such as 'Smokey and the Bandit' (1977), 'The Longest Yard' (1974), and 'Cannonball Run' (1981)
- Won a Golden Globe Award for his role in 'Boogie Nights' (1997)
- Hosted 'Saturday Night Live' and appeared in numerous popular TV shows including 'Gunsmoke' and 'Evening Shade'
Trivia
- Was a promising college football player before turning to acting due to injury
- Posed for a famous nude centerfold in Cosmopolitan magazine in 1972
- Turned down the role of Han Solo in 'Star Wars'
- Owned a dinner theater in Jupiter, Florida
FAQs
People also ask
When was Burt Reynolds born?
Burt Reynolds was born the 11 February 1936.
Where is Burt Reynolds from?
Lansing, Michigan, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About February 11th, 1936, in brief:
- Historical events: In a significant upset during the 1936 Winter Olympics, Great Britain defeated Canada 2-1 in the semi-final round. This victory was pivotal, as the tournament rules dictated that results from the semi-final round would carry over to the final round, effectively eliminating Canada from gold medal contention. The winning goal was scored by Edgar Brenchley with just 12 seconds remaining in the game.
- Day of the week: February 11th, 1936 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: After the Thin Man directed by W.S. Van Dyke
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