Frank Langella - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 01, 1938 |
|---|---|
| Age | 88 |
| Birthplace | Bayonne, New Jersey, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also Frank Langella's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Ox |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Portraying Richard Nixon in 'Frost/Nixon' (film and play), and distinguished performances on Broadway and in film. |
Intro
Frank Langella is an acclaimed American stage and film actor known for his commanding presence and prolific career, especially noted for portraying complex and often villainous roles. He has won a Tony Award and received multiple Academy Award nominations, making him a respected figure in the performing arts.
Early Life & Background
Frank Langella was born on January 1, 1938, in Bayonne, New Jersey. He attended Washington College in Maryland, where he graduated with a degree in drama before moving to New York City to pursue an acting career.[1][2]
Career Highlights
- Originated the role of Richard Nixon in both the stage and film versions of 'Frost/Nixon', earning an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor (2008).
- Won the Tony Award for Best Leading Actor in a Play for 'Fortune's Fool' (2002).
- Acclaimed performances in 'Dracula' (1977 Broadway, 1979 film adaptation).
- Appeared in films such as 'Good Night, and Good Luck', 'The Box', and 'Robot & Frank'.
- Nominated for four Tony Awards, winning once.
- Extensive television work, including series like 'The Americans' and 'Kidding'.
Trivia
- Langella reprised his Tony Award-nominated performance as Richard Nixon in the 2008 film adaptation of 'Frost/Nixon'.
- He was once married to Ruth Weil, with whom he has two children.
- Langella's portrayal of Dracula on stage is considered a defining depiction of the character.
FAQs
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Frank Langella is 88 years old.
Frank Langella was born the 1 January 1938.
Bayonne, New Jersey, United States.
On His Birth-Day
About January 1st, 1938, in brief:
- Historical events: The musical 'The Cradle Will Rock' premiered on Broadway on January 1, 1938, directed by Orson Welles and produced by the Federal Theatre Project.
- Day of the week: January 1st, 1938 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: You're A Sweet Little Headache by Benny Goodman & His Orchestra (Vocal Martha Tilton)
- Popular movie: The Adventures of Robin Hood directed by Michael Curtiz, William Keighley
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