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Christopher Heyerdahl - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | September 18, 1963 |
|---|---|
| Age | 62 |
| Birthplace | British Columbia, Canada |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo - (see also Christopher Heyerdahl's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rabbit |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | His roles as Todd the Wraith in "Stargate Atlantis," John Druitt in "Sanctuary," and Marcus in "The Twilight Saga." |
Intro
Christopher Heyerdahl is a Canadian actor best known for his roles in science fiction and fantasy television series, including "Stargate Atlantis," "Sanctuary," and "The Twilight Saga" films.
Early Life & Background
Christopher Heyerdahl was born in British Columbia, Canada, in 1963. He is of Norwegian and Scottish descent and is the nephew of famed Norwegian explorer Thor Heyerdahl. He studied at the University of Oslo before pursuing acting in Canada.
Career Highlights
- Portrayed Todd the Wraith in "Stargate Atlantis" (2007–2009)
- Played John Druitt/Bigfoot in "Sanctuary" (2008–2011)
- Portrayed Marcus in "The Twilight Saga: New Moon" (2009) and "Breaking Dawn – Part 1 and 2" (2011, 2012)
- Recurring role as Sam in "Hell on Wheels" (2011–2016)
- Appeared as The Swede in "Hell on Wheels"
- Roles in TV series such as "Supernatural," "Caprica," and "Van Helsing"
Trivia
- He is the nephew of explorer Thor Heyerdahl.
- Heyerdahl is fluent in both English and Norwegian.
- He has played multiple roles in the same TV series, such as in "Sanctuary" where he portrayed both John Druitt and Bigfoot.
FAQs
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How old is Christopher Heyerdahl?
Christopher Heyerdahl is 62 years old.
When was Christopher Heyerdahl born?
Christopher Heyerdahl was born the 18 September 1963.
Where is Christopher Heyerdahl from?
British Columbia, Canada.
On His Birth-Day
About September 18th, 1963, in brief:
- Historical events: On September 18, 1963, a mob of approximately 10,000 rioters attacked and set fire to the British Embassy in Jakarta, Indonesia. The unrest was in response to the formation of Malaysia, which Indonesia opposed. The embassy staff evacuated safely, though some employees sustained injuries during the rioting. Indonesian authorities did not intervene to extinguish the fire.
- Day of the week: September 18th, 1963 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Rabbit (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Blue Velvet by Bobby Vinton
- #1 UK song: She Loves You by The Beatles
- Popular movie: The Great Escape directed by John Sturges
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