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David Schwimmer

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

BornNovember 02, 1966
Age59
BirthplaceQueens, New York City, New York, USA
Zodiac SignScorpio - (see also David Schwimmer's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacHorse
GenerationGeneration X
Known ForPortraying Ross Geller on the television sitcom 'Friends' (1994–2004)

Intro

David Schwimmer is an American actor, director, and producer best known for his role as Ross Geller on the iconic sitcom 'Friends.' He has also appeared in films, directed multiple TV episodes, and worked extensively in theater.

Early Life & Background

David Schwimmer was born to attorneys Arthur and Arlene Coleman-Schwimmer. His family moved to Los Angeles when he was young, where he developed an interest in acting and attended Beverly Hills High School. Schwimmer later received a Bachelor of Arts degree in theater and speech from Northwestern University in 1988.

Career Highlights

  • Breakout role as Ross Geller on 'Friends' (1994–2004)
  • Voice of Melman the giraffe in the 'Madagascar' film series (2005–2012)
  • Emmy-nominated performance in 'The People v. O. J. Simpson: American Crime Story' (2016)
  • Co-founder of the Lookingglass Theatre Company in Chicago

Trivia

  • Has directed episodes of 'Friends' and other television series
  • Started the Lookingglass Theatre Company with fellow Northwestern University graduates
  • Has participated in various charity and advocacy campaigns, including those against sexual harassment

FAQs

People also ask

How old is David Schwimmer?

David Schwimmer is 59 years old.

When was David Schwimmer born?

David Schwimmer was born the 2 November 1966.

Where is David Schwimmer from?

Queens, New York City, New York, USA.

On His Birth-Day

About November 2nd, 1966, in brief:

  • Historical events: The Cuban Adjustment Act, signed by President Lyndon B. Johnson on November 2, 1966, allows Cuban natives or citizens who have been in the U.S. for at least one year to apply for lawful permanent residency. This legislation aimed to provide a pathway for Cuban refugees to adjust their status.
  • Day of the week: November 2nd, 1966 was a Wednesday
  • Zodiac Sign: Scorpio (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: Last Train To Clarksville by The Monkees
  • #1 UK song: Good Vibrations by The Beach Boys
  • Popular movie: Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? directed by Mike Nichols

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Schwimmer
  2. https://www.britannica.com/biography/David-Schwimmer
  3. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001710/