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Gil Gerard - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 23, 1943 |
|---|---|
| Age | 83 |
| Birthplace | Little Rock, Arkansas, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius - (see also Gil Gerard's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Horse |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Starring as Buck Rogers in the television series 'Buck Rogers in the 25th Century' |
Intro
Gil Gerard is an American actor best known for his role as Captain William 'Buck' Rogers in the science fiction television series 'Buck Rogers in the 25th Century' (1979–1981).
Early Life & Background
Gil Gerard was born and raised in Little Rock, Arkansas. He attended the University of Central Arkansas (then known as Arkansas State Teachers College) before moving to New York to pursue acting.[1][2]
Career Highlights
- Leading role as Buck Rogers in 'Buck Rogers in the 25th Century' (1979–1981)
- Appearances on popular television shows such as 'The Doctors', 'Sidekicks', and 'Laredo'
- Produced and acted in the TV movie 'Some of My Best Friends Are...' (1971)
- Guest roles on shows like 'The Love Boat', 'Fantasy Island', and 'Murder, She Wrote'
Trivia
- Gerard struggled with obesity and later produced a documentary about his weight loss journey.
- He was married to Connie Sellecca and later to Janet, with whom he has a son, Gil Gerard Jr.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Gil Gerard?
Gil Gerard is 83 years old.
When was Gil Gerard born?
Gil Gerard was born the 23 January 1943.
Where is Gil Gerard from?
Little Rock, Arkansas, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About January 23rd, 1943, in brief:
- Historical events: On January 23, 1943, the British Eighth Army captured Tripoli, the capital of Libya, from Axis forces. This victory was a significant milestone in the North African campaign, leading to the eventual surrender of Axis forces in Tunisia.
- Day of the week: January 23rd, 1943 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: The Song of Bernadette directed by Henry King
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