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George Nader - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | October 19, 1921 |
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| Died | February 04, 2002 (age 80) |
| Birthplace | Pasadena, California, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra - (see also George Nader's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rooster |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Film and television acting, especially in 1950s-60s Hollywood and German cinema ('Robot Monster', 'Jerry Cotton' series) |
Intro
George Nader was an American film and television actor best known for his roles in 1950s and 1960s Hollywood productions, as well as European cinema. He gained recognition starring in films such as 'Robot Monster' and the 'Jerry Cotton' series in Germany.
Early Life & Background
Born in Pasadena, California in 1921, George Nader attended Occidental College. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II before embarking on an acting career.
Career Highlights
- Starred in science fiction cult classic 'Robot Monster' (1953)
- Signed with Universal Pictures and appeared in films such as 'Six Bridges to Cross' (1955) and 'Away All Boats' (1956)
- Main star of the 'Jerry Cotton' spy film series in Germany, gaining notable popularity in Europe
- Won a Golden Globe Award for Most Promising Newcomer – Male in 1955
Trivia
- He was openly gay within the Hollywood community but kept his sexuality private from the public due to the era's social climate.
- Was a close friend of Rock Hudson.
- Suffered a serious eye injury in 1974, which ultimately led him to retire from acting.
- After retiring, he became an author, writing the sci-fi novel 'Chrome.'
FAQs
People also ask
When was George Nader born?
George Nader was born the 19 October 1921.
Where is George Nader from?
Pasadena, California, United States.
On His Birth-Day
About October 19th, 1921, in brief:
- Historical events: On October 19, 1921, during the 'Bloody Night' in Lisbon, Prime Minister António Granjo was assassinated by rebels. The revolt led to the deaths of several other officials, including António Machado Santos and José Carlos da Maia.
- Day of the week: October 19th, 1921 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: All By Myself by Benny Krueger & His Orchestra
- Popular movie: Tol'able David directed by Henry King
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