Erin Gray - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 07, 1950 |
|---|---|
| Age | 76 |
| Birthplace | Honolulu, Hawaii, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also Erin Gray's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Ox |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Playing Colonel Wilma Deering in 'Buck Rogers in the 25th Century' and Kate Summers-Stratton in 'Silver Spoons'. |
Intro
Erin Gray is an American actress and former model best known for her roles in the science fiction television series 'Buck Rogers in the 25th Century' (as Colonel Wilma Deering) and the sitcom 'Silver Spoons' (as Kate Summers-Stratton). Her career spans several decades, making her a recognizable figure in television and science fiction fandom.
Early Life & Background
Erin Gray was born in Honolulu, Hawaii. She spent part of her childhood in Palm Springs, California, and later in Larkspur, California. She attended Redwood High School and briefly majored in mathematics at UCLA before beginning her modeling and acting career.
Career Highlights
- Portrayed Colonel Wilma Deering in the science fiction series 'Buck Rogers in the 25th Century' (1979–1981)
- Starred as Kate Summers-Stratton in the sitcom 'Silver Spoons' (1982–1987)
- Appeared in guest roles on series such as 'Magnum, P.I.', 'Murder, She Wrote', and 'Baywatch'
- Worked as a casting agent and continued acting in television and film throughout her career
Trivia
- Before acting, Erin Gray was one of the top models in New York, earning major commercial contracts.
- She is a Tai Chi instructor and has authored a book on the subject.
- Erin Gray has been active in supporting science fiction and pop culture conventions.
FAQs
People also ask
Erin Gray is 76 years old.
Erin Gray was born the 7 January 1950.
Honolulu, Hawaii, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About January 7th, 1950, in brief:
- Historical events: On January 7, 1950, a fire erupted at St. Elizabeth's Mental Health Facility within Mercy Hospital in Davenport, Iowa, resulting in the deaths of 41 individuals, including 40 patients and one nurse. The building's design, featuring locked doors and barred windows, hindered rescue efforts. The fire was believed to have been started by a patient who ignited curtains in her room, leading to rapid spread due to the building's combustible materials.
- Day of the week: January 7th, 1950 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: The Old Master Painter by Peggy Lee & Mel Torme
- Popular movie: All About Eve directed by Joseph L. Mankiewicz
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