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Ivan Reitman - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | October 27, 1946 |
|---|---|
| Age | 79 |
| Birthplace | Komárno, Czechoslovakia (now Slovakia) |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio - (see also Ivan Reitman's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dog |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Directing and producing major comedy films such as 'Ghostbusters', 'Stripes', and 'Kindergarten Cop'. |
Intro
Ivan Reitman was a Canadian film and television director, producer, and screenwriter best known for his work on successful comedy films of the late 20th century, particularly the 'Ghostbusters' franchise.
Early Life & Background
Ivan Reitman was born to Jewish parents who survived the Holocaust. His family emigrated from Czechoslovakia to Canada when he was a child to escape postwar communism. He grew up in Toronto, Canada, where he attended McMaster University.
Career Highlights
- Directed and produced 'Ghostbusters' (1984), a seminal comedy film that became a cultural phenomenon.
- Produced 'National Lampoon's Animal House' (1978), one of the most successful comedy films of all time.
- Directed 'Stripes' (1981), starring Bill Murray and Harold Ramis.
- Directed 'Kindergarten Cop' (1990), starring Arnold Schwarzenegger.
- Produced other notable films such as 'Twins' (1988) and 'Space Jam' (1996).
- Received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1997.
Trivia
- His son, Jason Reitman, is also a well-known film director and producer.
- Ivan Reitman was naturalized as a Canadian citizen after emigrating from Czechoslovakia.
- He was inducted into Canada's Walk of Fame in 2007.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Ivan Reitman?
Ivan Reitman is 79 years old.
When was Ivan Reitman born?
Ivan Reitman was born the 27 October 1946.
Where is Ivan Reitman from?
Komárno, Czechoslovakia (now Slovakia).
On His Birth-Day
About October 27th, 1946, in brief:
- Historical events: On October 27, 1946, Bulgaria conducted elections for the Grand National Assembly, which was tasked with adopting a new constitution. The Fatherland Front, an anti-fascist coalition dominated by the Bulgarian Communist Party, secured a majority with 53.88% of the vote and 278 out of 465 seats. This marked the consolidation of communist power in Bulgaria.
- Day of the week: October 27th, 1946 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Scorpio (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Rumors Are Flying by Billy Butterfield & His Orchestra (Vocal Pat O'Connor)
- Popular movie: The Best Years of Our Lives directed by William Wyler
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