George Roy Hill - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | December 20, 1921 |
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| Died | December 27, 2002 (age 81) |
| Birthplace | Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius - (see also George Roy Hill's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rooster |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Directing award-winning films, notably 'Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid' (1969) and 'The Sting' (1973). |
Intro
George Roy Hill was an acclaimed American film director best known for directing classic films such as 'Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid' and 'The Sting.' His movies are noted for their witty scripts, strong performances, and innovative storytelling.
Early Life & Background
George Roy Hill was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He studied at Yale University, where he developed an interest in drama. After serving as a pilot in the United States Marine Corps during World War II and the Korean War, he began working in television and later moved on to film directing.
Career Highlights
- Directed 'Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid' (1969), which became a significant commercial and critical success.
- Directed 'The Sting' (1973), winning the Academy Award for Best Director and Best Picture.
- Worked with leading actors of his era, including Paul Newman and Robert Redford.
- His career includes other notable films such as 'Slaughterhouse-Five' (1972), 'The World According to Garp' (1982), and 'Funny Farm' (1988).
Trivia
- He was a licensed pilot and often flew his own aircraft.
- Hill was a classically trained cellist and included music as a motif in several of his films.
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George Roy Hill was born the 20 December 1921.
Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About December 20th, 1921, in brief:
- Day of the week: December 20th, 1921 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Saturday by Nora Bayes
- Popular movie: Tol'able David directed by Henry King
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