Elliott Gould - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | August 29, 1938 |
|---|---|
| Age | 87 |
| Birthplace | Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo - (see also Elliott Gould's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Tiger |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Starring roles in 'MASH', 'Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice', and as Jack Geller on the TV show 'Friends'. |
Intro
Elliott Gould is an American actor known for his work in film and television since the 1960s. He became a notable figure in Hollywood with roles in major films such as 'MASH' and 'Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice', and has maintained a lengthy career spanning several decades.
Early Life & Background
Elliott Gould was born to Jewish parents, Lucille (née Raver), who sold artificial flowers, and Bernard Goldstein, who worked in the garment business. He attended the Professional Children's School in New York City and began his career as a stage performer.
Career Highlights
- Breakout role in the film 'Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice' (1969), which earned him an Academy Award nomination.
- Starred as Trapper John McIntyre in Robert Altman's classic film 'MASH' (1970).
- Frequent collaborations with director Robert Altman, including 'The Long Goodbye' (1973) and 'California Split' (1974).
- Recurring role as Jack Geller on the TV show 'Friends'.
- Appeared in the 'Ocean's Eleven', 'Ocean's Twelve', and 'Ocean's Thirteen' films.
- Continued acting in film, television, and stage productions through the 21st century.
Trivia
- Was married to Barbra Streisand from 1963 to 1971 and they have one son, Jason Gould.
- Hosted 'Saturday Night Live' six times between 1975 and 1980.
- Nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for 'Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice' (1969).
FAQs
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Elliott Gould is 87 years old.
Elliott Gould was born the 29 August 1938.
Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About August 29th, 1938, in brief:
- Historical events: On August 29, 1938, there were no significant events reported, marking a brief pause in the escalating tensions in Europe. This day was characterized by a lack of notable developments amid the ongoing crisis surrounding Czechoslovakia.
- Day of the week: August 29th, 1938 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: The Adventures of Robin Hood directed by Michael Curtiz, William Keighley
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