Harvey Keitel - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | May 13, 1939 |
|---|---|
| Age | 86 |
| Birthplace | Brooklyn, New York City, New York, U.S. |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus - (see also Harvey Keitel's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rabbit |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | His roles in influential films such as 'Mean Streets' (1973), 'Taxi Driver' (1976), 'Reservoir Dogs' (1992), 'Pulp Fiction' (1994), and 'The Piano' (1993). |
Intro
Harvey Keitel is an acclaimed American actor known for his intense and versatile roles in film. He has worked frequently with prominent directors like Martin Scorsese and Quentin Tarantino, becoming a key figure in American cinema since the 1970s.
Early Life & Background
Harvey Keitel was born on May 13, 1939, in Brooklyn, New York City, to Miriam and Harry Keitel, the children of Jewish immigrants from Eastern Europe. He served as a Marine before pursuing acting and studied under notable teachers such as Stella Adler and Lee Strasberg.
Career Highlights
- Breakthrough role in 'Mean Streets' (1973) directed by Martin Scorsese.
- Starring in 'Taxi Driver' (1976) alongside Robert De Niro.
- Notable collaborations with Quentin Tarantino in 'Reservoir Dogs' (1992) and 'Pulp Fiction' (1994).
- Critically acclaimed performance in 'The Piano' (1993), earning a Palme d'Or winning cast.
- Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for 'Bugsy' (1991).
Trivia
- Co-founded the Actors Studio with Al Pacino and Ellen Burstyn in the 1990s.
- Was originally cast as Willard in 'Apocalypse Now' before being replaced by Martin Sheen.
- Served in the United States Marine Corps before his acting career.
FAQs
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Harvey Keitel is 86 years old.
Harvey Keitel was born the 13 May 1939.
Brooklyn, New York City, New York, U.S..
On His Birth-Day
About May 13th, 1939, in brief:
- Historical events: On May 13, 1939, the German ocean liner SS St. Louis departed Hamburg carrying 937 Jewish refugees seeking asylum in Cuba, but was denied entry, leading to a tragic return to Europe.
- Day of the week: May 13th, 1939 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Rabbit (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: Goodbye, Mr. Chips directed by Sam Wood, Sidney Franklin
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