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Chris Barrie - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | March 28, 1960 |
|---|---|
| Age | 66 |
| Birthplace | Hannover, West Germany (now Germany) |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries - (see also Chris Barrie's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Portraying Arnold Rimmer in 'Red Dwarf' and Gordon Brittas in 'The Brittas Empire' |
Intro
Chris Barrie is a British actor, comedian, and impressionist best known for his roles as Arnold Rimmer in the science fiction sitcom 'Red Dwarf' and as Gordon Brittas in 'The Brittas Empire.'
Early Life & Background
Chris Barrie was born in Hannover, West Germany, where his father was serving in the British Army. He was educated at Methodist College Belfast in Northern Ireland before starting his career in entertainment as a sports centre attendant and then as a performer in the United Kingdom.
Career Highlights
- Played Arnold Rimmer in the BBC series 'Red Dwarf' (1988–present)
- Starred as Gordon Brittas in the BBC sitcom 'The Brittas Empire' (1991–1997)
- Performed as an impressionist on 'Spitting Image'
- Appeared as Hillary, Lara Croft’s butler, in the 'Tomb Raider' films (2001, 2003)
Trivia
- He is a proficient impressionist, originally gaining attention for impersonating Ronald Reagan.
- Barrie has a passion for classic cars and motorbikes, and presented several motoring documentaries after his sitcom success.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Chris Barrie?
Chris Barrie is 66 years old.
When was Chris Barrie born?
Chris Barrie was born the 28 March 1960.
Where is Chris Barrie from?
Hannover, West Germany (now Germany).
On His Birth-Day
About March 28th, 1960, in brief:
- Historical events: The Cheapside Street whisky bond fire on March 28, 1960, remains Britain's worst peacetime fire service disaster, with 19 fatalities.
- Day of the week: March 28th, 1960 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: The Theme From A Summer Place by Percy Faith
- #1 UK song: My Old Man's A Dustman by Lonnie Donegan
- Popular movie: Psycho directed by Alfred Hitchcock
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