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David Carradine - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | December 08, 1936 |
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| Died | June 03, 2009 (age 72) |
| Birthplace | Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius - (see also David Carradine's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Starring as Kwai Chang Caine in the television series 'Kung Fu' and as Bill in 'Kill Bill: Vol. 1 & 2'. |
Intro
David Carradine was an American actor and martial artist best known for his leading role as Kwai Chang Caine in the 1970s television series 'Kung Fu' and as the titular character in Quentin Tarantino's 'Kill Bill' films.
Early Life & Background
David Carradine was born into a family of actors; his father was the noted actor John Carradine. He attended San Francisco State College, where he studied music and composition before turning to acting, continuing the family tradition.
Career Highlights
- Starred in 'Kung Fu' (1972–1975), earning a Primetime Emmy nomination.
- Notable film roles in 'Death Race 2000', 'Bound for Glory', and 'Kill Bill: Vol. 1 & 2'.
- Appeared in over 100 feature films across his career.
- Received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1997.
Trivia
- Carradine was also a musician and released several albums.
- He authored several books relating to martial arts and Eastern philosophy.
- He was married five times.
- Died under controversial circumstances in Bangkok, Thailand, in 2009.
FAQs
People also ask
When was David Carradine born?
David Carradine was born the 8 December 1936.
Where is David Carradine from?
Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About December 8th, 1936, in brief:
- Historical events: W S "Buster" Farrer was a prominent South African Test cricket batsman who represented his country between 1962 and 1964, contributing to the national cricket legacy.
- Day of the week: December 8th, 1936 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: When My Dream Boat Comes Home by Guy Lombardo & His Royal Canadians
- Popular movie: After the Thin Man directed by W.S. Van Dyke
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