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Eric McCormack - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | April 18, 1963 |
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| Age | 63 |
| Birthplace | Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries - (see also Eric McCormack's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rabbit |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Starring as Will Truman on 'Will & Grace' (NBC), as well as roles in 'Perception' and 'Travelers.' |
Intro
Eric McCormack is a Canadian-American actor and singer best known for his role as Will Truman in the NBC sitcom 'Will & Grace,' earning critical acclaim and several awards over the show's long run.
Early Life & Background
Eric McCormack was born and raised in Toronto, Canada. He attended Sir John A. Macdonald Collegiate Institute and later studied at Ryerson University School of Theatre, although he left before graduating to pursue an acting career.[1][2]
Career Highlights
- Breakthrough and Emmy-winning role as Will Truman on 'Will & Grace' (NBC, 1998–2006 and 2017–2020)
- Starred as Dr. Daniel Pierce in 'Perception' (TNT, 2012–2015)
- Lead role as Grant MacLaren in Netflix's 'Travelers' (2016–2018)
- Received a Primetime Emmy Award and six Golden Globe nominations for 'Will & Grace'
- Has performed extensively on stage, including Shakespearean productions with the Stratford Festival in Canada
Trivia
- Became a U.S. citizen in 1999[1]
- Advocates for cancer awareness, inspired by his mother's battle with breast cancer
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Eric McCormack?
Eric McCormack is 63 years old.
When was Eric McCormack born?
Eric McCormack was born the 18 April 1963.
Where is Eric McCormack from?
Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
On His Birth-Day
About April 18th, 1963, in brief:
- Historical events: On April 18, 1963, the Toronto Maple Leafs secured their second consecutive Stanley Cup by defeating the Detroit Red Wings 3-1 in Game 5 of the Final. The decisive goal was scored by Eddie Shack at 13:28 of the third period.
- Day of the week: April 18th, 1963 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Rabbit (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: He's So Fine by The Chiffons
- #1 UK song: How Do You Do It? by Gerry & The Pacemakers
- Popular movie: The Great Escape directed by John Sturges
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