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David Selby

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

BornFebruary 05, 1941
Age85
BirthplaceMorgantown, West Virginia, USA
Zodiac SignAquarius - (see also David Selby's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacSnake
GenerationSilent Generation
Known ForPlaying Quentin Collins on 'Dark Shadows' and Richard Channing on 'Falcon Crest.'

Intro

David Selby is an American film, television, and stage actor best known for his roles in the gothic soap opera 'Dark Shadows' and the primetime drama series 'Falcon Crest.' He has enjoyed a long and versatile career spanning several decades in both television and film.

Early Life & Background

David Selby was born in Morgantown, West Virginia. He attended West Virginia University, where he earned bachelor's and master's degrees before pursuing a doctorate at Southern Illinois University Carbondale.

Career Highlights

  • Portrayed Quentin Collins in 'Dark Shadows' (1968–1971)
  • Starred as Richard Channing in 'Falcon Crest' (1982–1990)
  • Appeared in the film 'Lincoln' (2012) as Abraham Lincoln's Vice President
  • Performed regularly on stage, including work on and off Broadway

Trivia

  • Appeared in both the original 'Dark Shadows' soap opera and its 1991 reboot.
  • Published several books of poetry and memoirs.
  • Active in voice acting, reprising his 'Dark Shadows' character in audio dramas.

FAQs

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How old is David Selby?

David Selby is 85 years old.

When was David Selby born?

David Selby was born the 5 February 1941.

Where is David Selby from?

Morgantown, West Virginia, USA.

On His Birth-Day

About February 5th, 1941, in brief:

  • Historical events: The Battle of Keren commenced on February 5, 1941, in Eritrea, marking a significant engagement between British and Italian forces during the East African Campaign.
  • Day of the week: February 5th, 1941 was a Wednesday
  • Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Snake (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • Popular movie: Sergeant York directed by Howard Hawks

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Selby
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0783217/