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Eric Fleming - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | July 04, 1925 |
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| Died | September 28, 1966 (age 41) |
| Birthplace | Santa Paula, California, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer - (see also Eric Fleming's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Ox |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Starring as Gil Favor on the TV series 'Rawhide'. |
Intro
Eric Fleming was an American actor best known for his role as trail boss Gil Favor in the popular CBS television series 'Rawhide' that aired in the late 1950s and early 1960s.
Early Life & Background
Born in Santa Paula, California, Fleming endured a difficult childhood, including instances of abuse and running away from home. He also suffered serious injuries as a young man, including a facial injury that led to extensive reconstructive surgery, which later influenced his decision to pursue acting.
Career Highlights
- Best known for his lead role as Gil Favor in 'Rawhide' (1959–1965)
- Appeared in films such as 'The Glass Bottom Boat' (1966) and episodes of television series including 'Bonanza' and 'Branded'
Trivia
- Fleming tragically died in a canoeing accident while filming the movie 'High Jungle' in Peru in 1966.
- Prior to acting, he served in the United States Navy during World War II.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Eric Fleming born?
Eric Fleming was born the 4 July 1925.
Where is Eric Fleming from?
Santa Paula, California, United States.
On His Birth-Day
About July 4th, 1925, in brief:
- Historical events: On July 4, 1925, the Pickwick Club, located on the second floor of the former Hotel Dreyfus at 6 Beach Street in Boston, collapsed during a dance event, resulting in 44 fatalities. The disaster was attributed to structural weaknesses, possibly exacerbated by the vibrations from dancing patrons. The incident remains one of Boston's deadliest building collapses.
- Day of the week: July 4th, 1925 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Midnight Waltz by Carl Fenton & His Orchestra
- Popular movie: The Gold Rush directed by Charles Chaplin
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