Donald Pleasence - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | October 05, 1919 |
|---|---|
| Died | February 02, 1995 (age 75) |
| Birthplace | Worksop, Nottinghamshire, England |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra - (see also Donald Pleasence's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Goat |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Roles in the 'Halloween' series and as Ernst Stavro Blofeld in 'You Only Live Twice' |
Intro
Donald Pleasence was an English actor renowned for his distinctive voice and memorable roles in film, television, and theatre. He is best known for his roles in the "Halloween" film series as Dr. Sam Loomis and as Ernst Stavro Blofeld in the James Bond film "You Only Live Twice." Pleasence's prolific career spanned over four decades, including over 200 film and television credits.
Early Life & Background
Donald Pleasence was born on October 5, 1919, in Worksop, Nottinghamshire, England. He was raised in Lincolnshire and attended Ecclesfield School in Sheffield. Before his acting career began, Pleasence worked as a railway clerk and served as a wireless-operator in the Royal Air Force during World War II, during which he was captured and held as a prisoner of war.
Career Highlights
- Played Dr. Sam Loomis in the 'Halloween' film series (1978–1995)
- Portrayed Ernst Stavro Blofeld in the James Bond film 'You Only Live Twice' (1967)
- Appeared in 'The Great Escape' (1963)
- Acted in numerous stage productions and over 200 film/TV roles throughout his career
Trivia
- Pleasence was nominated for four Tony Awards for his work on Broadway.
- He was appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in 1994 for his services to drama.
- He survived being shot down and taken prisoner during World War II.
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Donald Pleasence was born the 5 October 1919.
Worksop, Nottinghamshire, England.
On His Birth-Day
About October 5th, 1919, in brief:
- Historical events: On October 5–6, 1919, Norway held a referendum on introducing prohibition, which had been partially in effect since 1917. The proposal to ban spirits was approved by 61.6% of voters. However, a subsequent referendum in 1926 led to the repeal of the prohibition law.
- Day of the week: October 5th, 1919 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: I Want to Hold You in My Arms by Al Bernard & Ernest Hare
- Popular movie: Male and Female directed by Cecil B. DeMille
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