George Lopez - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | April 23, 1961 |
|---|---|
| Age | 64 |
| Birthplace | Mission Hills, Los Angeles, California, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus - (see also George Lopez's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Ox |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Comedy, acting, hosting 'George Lopez' sitcom, stand-up, and advocacy for Latino representation in media. |
Intro
George Lopez is an American comedian, actor, and television host best known for his eponymous sitcom 'George Lopez,' which showcased his Mexican-American heritage and observational humor. He has also had success as a stand-up comedian and talk show host, making significant contributions to Latino representation in mainstream media.
Early Life & Background
George Lopez was raised by his maternal grandmother and step-grandfather after his parents abandoned him at a young age. Growing up in the Los Angeles suburb of Mission Hills, his upbringing and background as a Mexican-American would later become central themes in his comedy. He attended San Fernando High School.
Career Highlights
- Starred in and co-created the ABC sitcom 'George Lopez' (2002–2007) [1][2]
- Hosted 'Lopez Tonight,' a late-night talk show on TBS (2009–2011) [1]
- Stand-up specials including 'Right Now Right Now' and 'Why You Crying?' [2]
- Appeared in films such as 'Real Women Have Curves' and 'Spare Parts' [2]
- Awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2006 [2]
Trivia
- George Lopez underwent a successful kidney transplant in 2005, with his then-wife Ann donating the kidney [1].
- Known for philanthropic efforts, especially toward the Latino community and kidney disease awareness [1][2].
FAQs
People also ask
George Lopez is 64 years old.
George Lopez was born the 23 April 1961.
Mission Hills, Los Angeles, California, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About April 23rd, 1961, in brief:
- Historical events: On April 23, 1961, retired French generals Maurice Challe, André Zeller, and Raoul Salan initiated the Algiers Putsch, a failed coup d'état against President Charles de Gaulle's government.
- Day of the week: April 23rd, 1961 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Blue Moon by The Marcels
- #1 UK song: Wooden Heart by Elvis Presley
- Popular movie: West Side Story directed by Jerome Robbins, Robert Wise
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