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Carel Struycken - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | July 30, 1948 |
|---|---|
| Age | 77 |
| Birthplace | The Hague, Netherlands |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo - (see also Carel Struycken's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Playing Lurch in 'The Addams Family' films, The Giant in 'Twin Peaks', and Mr. Homn in 'Star Trek: The Next Generation'. |
Intro
Carel Struycken is a Dutch actor noted for his tall stature and distinctive roles in notable films and television series, including 'The Addams Family', 'Twin Peaks', and 'Star Trek: The Next Generation'.
Early Life & Background
Carel Struycken was born and raised in The Hague, Netherlands. At the age of four, he moved with his family to Curaçao in the Caribbean, where he lived until age 16 before returning to the Netherlands to complete his education. Struycken later attended the film school in Amsterdam.
Career Highlights
- Portrayed Lurch in 'The Addams Family' (1991) and its sequels.
- Played The Giant in 'Twin Peaks' (1990–1991, 2017).
- Appeared as Mr. Homn in 'Star Trek: The Next Generation' (recurring, 1987–1992).
- Appeared in 'Men in Black' (1997) as the Arquillian.
- Featured in 'Gerald's Game' (2017) as The Moonlight Man.
Trivia
- He is 7 ft (2.13 m) tall, attributed to acromegaly, a disorder of the pituitary gland.
- Besides acting, Struycken is a photographer and maintains a website dedicated to spherical panoramas.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Carel Struycken?
Carel Struycken is 77 years old.
When was Carel Struycken born?
Carel Struycken was born the 30 July 1948.
Where is Carel Struycken from?
The Hague, Netherlands.
On His Birth-Day
About July 30th, 1948, in brief:
- Historical events: Czechoslovakian runner Emil Zátopek secured the gold medal in the men's 10,000 meters at the 1948 London Olympics, setting an Olympic record with a time of 29:59.6.
- Day of the week: July 30th, 1948 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Leo (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: You Call Everybody Darlin' by Anne Vincent
- Popular movie: Johnny Belinda directed by Jean Negulesco
Check the link for more news and curiosities on July 30th, 1948.