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David Hewlett

David Hewlett - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornApril 18, 1968
Age57
BirthplaceRedhill, Surrey, England, UK
Zodiac SignAries - (see also David Hewlett's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacMonkey
GenerationGeneration X
Known ForPortraying Dr. Rodney McKay in the 'Stargate' franchise, especially 'Stargate Atlantis'.

Intro

David Hewlett is a British-born Canadian actor, writer, and director, best known for his role as Dr. Rodney McKay on the science fiction television series 'Stargate Atlantis' and 'Stargate SG-1'. He has also worked extensively in film, television, and web series, establishing himself as a prominent figure in the science fiction genre.

Early Life & Background

David Hewlett was born in Redhill, Surrey, England, and moved to Canada with his family as a child. He discovered a passion for computers and technology early in life, which eventually led to his interest in special effects and film.

Career Highlights

  • Breakout role as Dr. Rodney McKay in 'Stargate SG-1' and lead role in 'Stargate Atlantis'.
  • Starred in the sci-fi horror film 'Cube' (1997).
  • Recurring roles in Canadian and international television series and films, including 'Whistleblower', 'Traders', and 'Rise of the Planet of the Apes' (2011).
  • Directed and starred in the indie film 'A Dog's Breakfast' (2007).

Trivia

  • David Hewlett is an avid technology enthusiast and was an early adopter of home computing.
  • He is the older brother of actress Kate Hewlett, who also appeared in 'Stargate Atlantis'.
  • He has directed, written, and produced several independent projects.
  • He is active in the online science fiction community and on social media.

FAQs

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How old is David Hewlett?

David Hewlett is 57 years old.

When was David Hewlett born?

David Hewlett was born the 18 April 1968.

Where is David Hewlett from?

Redhill, Surrey, England, UK.

On His Birth-Day

About April 18th, 1968, in brief:

  • Historical events: On April 18, 1968, the City of London sold the 19th-century granite London Bridge to American entrepreneur Robert P. McCulloch for $2.46 million. The bridge was dismantled, shipped to Lake Havasu City, Arizona, and reassembled, where it still stands today.
  • Day of the week: April 18th, 1968 was a Thursday
  • Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: Honey by Bobby Goldsboro
  • #1 UK song: What A Wonderful World / Cabaret by Louis Armstrong
  • Popular movie: Faces directed by John Cassavetes

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Hewlett
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0382110/
  3. https://stargate.fandom.com/wiki/David_Hewlett