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Duane Jones - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | February 02, 1936 |
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| Died | July 22, 1988 (age 52) |
| Birthplace | New York City, New York, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius - (see also Duane Jones's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Starring as Ben in 'Night of the Living Dead' (1968). |
Intro
Duane Jones was an American actor best known for his groundbreaking role as Ben in the cult classic horror film 'Night of the Living Dead' (1968), which was notable for casting a Black actor in a leading, non-stereotypical part in a major motion picture.
Early Life & Background
Duane Jones was born and raised in New York City. He was educated at the University of Pittsburgh and later studied at New York University. He also spent time teaching literature and acting.
Career Highlights
- Starred as Ben in 'Night of the Living Dead' (1968), a landmark in horror and independent cinema.
- Worked as an educator and director, notably serving as director of the Maguire Theater at SUNY Old Westbury.
- Appeared in other films such as 'Ganja & Hess' (1973) and 'Beat Street' (1984).
Trivia
- 'Night of the Living Dead' was one of the first films to cast a Black actor in a lead role with no reference to race in the script.
- Duane Jones was also an educator and theater director in addition to his film career.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Duane Jones born?
Duane Jones was born the 2 February 1936.
Where is Duane Jones from?
New York City, New York, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About February 2nd, 1936, in brief:
- Day of the week: February 2nd, 1936 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: After the Thin Man directed by W.S. Van Dyke
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