Gerald McRaney - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | August 20, 1947 |
|---|---|
| Age | 78 |
| Birthplace | Collins, Mississippi, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo - (see also Gerald McRaney's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Pig |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Starring roles in 'Simon & Simon,' 'Major Dad,' and 'This Is Us' |
Intro
Gerald McRaney is an American television and film actor renowned for his roles in popular TV series such as 'Simon & Simon,' 'Major Dad,' and 'This Is Us.' Over his career spanning several decades, McRaney has become known for his portrayals of strong, principled characters, earning acclaim and an Emmy Award.
Early Life & Background
Gerald McRaney was born to Clyde and Edna McRaney in Collins, Mississippi. He attended the University of Mississippi and originally worked in the Louisiana oil fields before launching his acting career.
Career Highlights
- Starred as Rick Simon on the long-running detective series 'Simon & Simon' (1981–1989)
- Portrayed Major John D. MacGillis in 'Major Dad' (1989–1993)
- Recurring role in 'Designing Women' as Dash Goff
- Played Raymond Tusk in the political drama 'House of Cards'
- Won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series for 'This Is Us' in 2017
Trivia
- Gerald McRaney is a cancer survivor, having battled and overcome lung cancer in the 2000s.
- He has been married to actress Delta Burke since 1989.
- A passionate outdoorsman, McRaney is known for his love of hunting and fishing.
FAQs
People also ask
Gerald McRaney is 78 years old.
Gerald McRaney was born the 20 August 1947.
Collins, Mississippi, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About August 20th, 1947, in brief:
- Historical events: On August 20, 1947, Chuck Yeager became the first person to break the sound barrier in level flight, achieving a speed of 700 miles per hour in the Bell X-1 aircraft. This milestone marked a significant advancement in aviation technology and opened new possibilities for future aircraft design.
- Day of the week: August 20th, 1947 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Leo (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Smoke! Smoke! Smoke! (That Cigarrette) by Phil Harris
- Popular movie: The Fugitive directed by John Ford
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