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Fred Ward

Fred Ward - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornDecember 30, 1942
Age83
BirthplaceSan Diego, California, U.S.
Zodiac SignCapricorn - (see also Fred Ward's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacHorse
GenerationSilent Generation
Known ForStarring roles in 'Tremors', 'The Right Stuff', and 'Remo Williams: The Adventure Begins'.

Intro

Fred Ward was an American actor and producer known for his rugged roles in film and television, particularly throughout the 1980s and 1990s.

Early Life & Background

Fred Ward was born in San Diego, California. Before beginning his acting career, he served in the United States Air Force and worked a variety of jobs, including as a lumberjack and a boxer.

Career Highlights

  • Played Gus Grissom in 'The Right Stuff' (1983)
  • Starred as Earl Bassett in 'Tremors' (1990) and its sequels
  • Lead role in 'Remo Williams: The Adventure Begins' (1985)
  • Appeared in 'Escape from Alcatraz' (1979) alongside Clint Eastwood
  • Worked in both American and European cinema

Trivia

  • He had partial Cherokee ancestry.
  • Worked as a boxer, lumberjack, and short-order cook before his acting career.
  • Appeared in a number of independent and genre films beyond his mainstream roles.

FAQs

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How old is Fred Ward?

Fred Ward is 83 years old.

When was Fred Ward born?

Fred Ward was born the 30 December 1942.

Where is Fred Ward from?

San Diego, California, U.S..

On His Birth-Day

About December 30th, 1942, in brief:

  • Day of the week: December 30th, 1942 was a Wednesday
  • Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • Popular movie: This Gun for Hire directed by Frank Tuttle

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fred_Ward
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0911481/