Hugh O'Brian - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | April 19, 1925 |
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| Died | September 05, 2016 (age 91) |
| Birthplace | Rochester, New York, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries - (see also Hugh O'Brian's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Ox |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Starring as Wyatt Earp in 'The Life and Legend of Wyatt Earp' TV series. |
Intro
Hugh O'Brian was an American actor best known for his starring role in the television series 'The Life and Legend of Wyatt Earp,' which ran from 1955 to 1961. O'Brian also appeared in numerous films and television programs throughout his career and was notable for his philanthropic efforts, particularly founding the Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership Foundation.
Early Life & Background
Born as Hugh Charles Krampe in Rochester, New York, O'Brian excelled academically and athletically, attending the University of California, Los Angeles after high school. He served in the United States Marine Corps during World War II before beginning his acting career.
Career Highlights
- Starred as Wyatt Earp in 'The Life and Legend of Wyatt Earp' (1955–1961).
- Appeared in films such as 'There's No Business Like Show Business' (1954) and 'Come Fly with Me' (1963).
- Guest starred on numerous television shows including 'The Love Boat', and 'Murder, She Wrote'.
- Founded the Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership Foundation (HOBY) in 1958.
Trivia
- O'Brian was personally inspired by a visit with humanitarian Albert Schweitzer to found HOBY, which aims to develop leadership skills among young people.
- He received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
FAQs
People also ask
Hugh O'Brian was born the 19 April 1925.
Rochester, New York, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About April 19th, 1925, in brief:
- Historical events: Colo-Colo, Chile's most successful and popular soccer team, was founded on April 19, 1925, by footballer David Arellano and his teammates who left the Deportes Magallanes club. The team was named in honor of Colocolo, Chief of the Mapuche's defense in the Arauco War against the Spanish colonists.
- Day of the week: April 19th, 1925 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: O! Katharina by Ted Lewis & His Band
- Popular movie: The Gold Rush directed by Charles Chaplin
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