Hugo Weaving - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | April 04, 1960 |
|---|---|
| Age | 65 |
| Birthplace | Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries - (see also Hugo Weaving's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Portraying Agent Smith in 'The Matrix' trilogy, Elrond in 'The Lord of the Rings' and 'The Hobbit' film series, and V in 'V for Vendetta'. |
Intro
Hugo Weaving is a renowned English-Australian actor best known for his roles in major film franchises such as 'The Matrix', 'The Lord of the Rings', and 'V for Vendetta'. With a career spanning several decades, Weaving is celebrated for his versatility and powerful screen presence.
Early Life & Background
Hugo Wallace Weaving was born in Ibadan, Nigeria, to English parents. His family moved frequently during his childhood, living in South Africa, the UK, and Australia. He was educated at Sydney's Knox Grammar School and later attended the National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA), from which he graduated in 1981.
Career Highlights
- Breakthrough role as Martin in 'Proof' (1991), earning international recognition.
- Starred as Agent Smith in 'The Matrix' trilogy (1999–2003).
- Played Elrond in 'The Lord of the Rings' (2001–2003) and 'The Hobbit' (2012–2014) trilogies.
- Title role in 'V for Vendetta' (2005).
- Voice of Megatron in the 'Transformers' film series (2007–2011).
- Acclaimed stage performances with the Sydney Theatre Company.
Trivia
- Weaving has dual British and Australian citizenship.
- He has received several AACTA Awards, Australia's top film and TV honors.
- He is known for being selective about blockbuster projects, often favoring stage and independent films.
FAQs
People also ask
Hugo Weaving is 65 years old.
Hugo Weaving was born the 4 April 1960.
Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria.
On His Birth-Day
About April 4th, 1960, in brief:
- Historical events: On April 4, 1960, the Mali Federation, comprising Senegal and French Sudan, declared its independence from France. This led to the formation of the independent nations of Mali and Senegal.
- Day of the week: April 4th, 1960 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: The Theme From A Summer Place by Percy Faith
- #1 UK song: My Old Man's A Dustman by Lonnie Donegan
- Popular movie: Psycho directed by Alfred Hitchcock
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