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David Bennent - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | September 09, 1966 |
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| Age | 59 |
| Birthplace | Lausanne, Switzerland |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo - (see also David Bennent's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Horse |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Starring as Oskar in 'The Tin Drum' (1979) and as Honeythorn Gump in 'Legend' (1985). |
Intro
David Bennent is a Swiss-born actor best known internationally for his role as Oskar Matzerath in the film adaptation of 'The Tin Drum' (1979), as well as for starring in the fantasy film 'Legend' (1985).
Early Life & Background
David Bennent was born in Lausanne, Switzerland, to German actor Heinz Bennent and French dancer Diane Mansart. He grew up in a family involved in the performing arts, which influenced his early start in acting.
Career Highlights
- Breakthrough role as Oskar Matzerath in 'The Tin Drum' (1979), which won the Palme d'Or at Cannes and the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film.
- Portrayed Honeythorn Gump in Ridley Scott's 'Legend' (1985) alongside Tom Cruise.
- Appeared in numerous stage performances in Europe.
Trivia
- Bennent was just 11 years old when he played Oskar in 'The Tin Drum', a role considered controversial due to the film's subject matter.
- He is the son of prominent German actor Heinz Bennent.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is David Bennent?
David Bennent is 59 years old.
When was David Bennent born?
David Bennent was born the 9 September 1966.
Where is David Bennent from?
Lausanne, Switzerland.
On His Birth-Day
About September 9th, 1966, in brief:
- Historical events: The Gemini 11 mission achieved a significant milestone in space exploration by successfully docking with an Agena target vehicle. This mission marked a crucial step towards future Apollo missions and demonstrated the capabilities of astronauts in space.
- Day of the week: September 9th, 1966 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: You Can't Hurry Love by The Supremes
- #1 UK song: All Or Nothing by The Small Faces
- Popular movie: Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? directed by Mike Nichols
Check the link for more news and curiosities on September 9th, 1966.