Horst Buchholz - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | December 04, 1933 |
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| Died | March 03, 2003 (age 69) |
| Birthplace | Berlin, Germany |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius - (see also Horst Buchholz's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rooster |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | His role as Chico in 'The Magnificent Seven' (1960) and as Dr. Lessing in 'Life Is Beautiful' (1997). |
Intro
Horst Buchholz was a German actor best known for his roles in international films such as 'The Magnificent Seven' and 'Life Is Beautiful.' Over a career spanning more than five decades, Buchholz became recognized for his charismatic screen presence and versatility in both European and Hollywood cinema.
Early Life & Background
Horst Buchholz was born in Berlin in 1933. His early years were shaped by the turmoil of World War II, during which he spent time in a foster home. After the war, he began his acting career on stage and in radio plays in Germany before transitioning to film in the early 1950s.
Career Highlights
- Starring as Chico in 'The Magnificent Seven' (1960)
- Playing the lead in Billy Wilder's 'One, Two, Three' (1961)
- Appearing in Federico Fellini's 'La Notte' (1961)
- Role in 'Fanny' (1961)
- Portraying Dr. Lessing in 'Life Is Beautiful' (1997)
Trivia
- Horst Buchholz was sometimes referred to as 'the German James Dean' due to his looks and early film roles.
- He appeared in over sixty films across a wide range of genres and languages.
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Horst Buchholz was born the 4 December 1933.
Berlin, Germany.
On His Birth-Day
About December 4th, 1933, in brief:
- Day of the week: December 4th, 1933 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Smoke Gets In Your Eyes by Paul Whiteman & His Orchestra
- Popular movie: Gold Diggers of 1933 directed by Mervyn LeRoy
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