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Henry Thomas

Henry Thomas - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornSeptember 09, 1971
Age54
BirthplaceSan Antonio, Texas, USA
Zodiac SignVirgo - (see also Henry Thomas's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacPig
GenerationGeneration X
Known ForBest known for starring as Elliott in 'E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial' (1982).

Intro

Henry Thomas is an American actor and musician best known for his role as Elliott in the iconic film 'E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial' (1982). He has sustained a lengthy career in both film and television, appearing in numerous acclaimed productions over four decades.

Early Life & Background

Henry Thomas was born in San Antonio, Texas. He grew up wanting to be an actor and took part in local theater. He landed the lead part in 'E.T.' after a memorable audition at the age of nine.

Career Highlights

  • Breakout role as Elliott in 'E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial' (1982)
  • Roles in films such as 'Legends of the Fall' (1994), 'Gangs of New York' (2002), and 'The Haunting of Hill House' (2018, Netflix series)
  • Appeared in the Netflix series 'The Haunting of Bly Manor' (2020)
  • Has worked steadily in both film and TV through the 1980s, 1990s, 2000s, and 2010s

Trivia

  • His audition for 'E.T.' is widely considered one of the most memorable child actor auditions and can be seen as bonus material on the film's home video releases.
  • He is also a musician and has released music with the band The Blue Heelers.

FAQs

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How old is Henry Thomas?

Henry Thomas is 54 years old.

When was Henry Thomas born?

Henry Thomas was born the 9 September 1971.

Where is Henry Thomas from?

San Antonio, Texas, USA.

On His Birth-Day

About September 9th, 1971, in brief:

  • Historical events: The Attica Prison Riot started on September 9, 1971, when inmates took control of the prison in protest of conditions and treatment. The uprising lasted for several days and ended with a violent retaking by law enforcement, resulting in numerous deaths and injuries.
  • Day of the week: September 9th, 1971 was a Thursday
  • Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: Go Away Little Girl by Donny Osmond
  • #1 UK song: Hey Girl Don't Bother Me by The Tams
  • Popular movie: A Clockwork Orange directed by Stanley Kubrick

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Henry_Thomas
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001794/