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Dudley Moore - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | April 19, 1935 |
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| Died | March 27, 2002 (age 66) |
| Birthplace | Dagenham, Essex, England, UK |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries - (see also Dudley Moore's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Pig |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Starring in the film 'Arthur' (1981), the comedy partnership with Peter Cook, and his role in the movie '10' (1979). |
Intro
Dudley Moore was an English actor, comedian, musician, and composer best known for his roles in the comedy duo 'Dudley and Peter' with Peter Cook and for his performances in films such as 'Arthur' and '10.'
Early Life & Background
Dudley Moore was born with club feet and underwent extensive hospital treatment as a child. He won an organ scholarship to Magdalen College, Oxford, where he studied music and became involved in performing and writing comedy.
Career Highlights
- Member of the comedy duo 'Dudley and Peter' (Cook and Moore), performing in 'Beyond the Fringe' and the TV shows 'Not Only... But Also.'
- Starred in the Hollywood films '10' (1979) and 'Arthur' (1981), earning an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor for the latter.
- Accomplished jazz pianist and composer.
Trivia
- Moore's height was 5'2" (1.57 m), which was sometimes incorporated into comedic roles.
- He was made a Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) posthumously in 2001.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Dudley Moore born?
Dudley Moore was born the 19 April 1935.
Where is Dudley Moore from?
Dagenham, Essex, England, UK.
On His Birth-Day
About April 19th, 1935, in brief:
- Day of the week: April 19th, 1935 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: Top Hat directed by Mark Sandrich
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