David Ogden Stiers - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | October 31, 1942 |
|---|---|
| Age | 83 |
| Birthplace | Peoria, Illinois, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio - (see also David Ogden Stiers's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Horse |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Role as Major Charles Emerson Winchester III in M*A*S*H, and voice acting in Disney animated films. |
Intro
David Ogden Stiers was an American actor, conductor, and musician, best known for his role as Major Charles Emerson Winchester III on the television series M*A*S*H. He also provided the voice for several characters in Disney animated films, notably Cogsworth in 'Beauty and the Beast' and Jumbaa in 'Lilo & Stitch.'
Early Life & Background
David Ogden Stiers was born in Peoria, Illinois, and later moved with his family to Eugene, Oregon. He attended the University of Oregon for a time, then transferred to the Juilliard School in New York City, where he graduated from the Drama Division.
Career Highlights
- Played Major Charles Emerson Winchester III in 'M*A*S*H' from 1977 to 1983
- Nominated for two Emmy Awards for his role in 'M*A*S*H'
- Voiced Cogsworth in Disney's 'Beauty and the Beast' (1991)
- Voiced Governor Ratcliffe and Wiggins in 'Pocahontas' (1995)
- Voiced Dr. Jumbaa Jookiba in 'Lilo & Stitch' (2002)
- Conducted over 70 orchestras worldwide
Trivia
- Stiers was also a talented orchestral conductor.
- He was openly gay, coming out in 2009.
- He appeared in several recurring roles on television, such as 'The Dead Zone' and guest appearances on 'Frasier' and 'Star Trek: The Next Generation.'
FAQs
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David Ogden Stiers is 83 years old.
David Ogden Stiers was born the 31 October 1942.
Peoria, Illinois, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About October 31st, 1942, in brief:
- Historical events: On October 31, 1942, during the Second Battle of El Alamein, the British Eighth Army, commanded by General Bernard Montgomery, launched Operation Supercharge, a decisive offensive against the Axis forces. This operation aimed to break through the German and Italian lines, leading to the eventual retreat of Axis forces from Egypt and Libya.
- Day of the week: October 31st, 1942 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Scorpio (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: When The Lights Go On Again (All Over The World) by Vaughn Monroe & His Orchestra
- Popular movie: Now, Voyager directed by Irving Rapper
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