Jack Hawkins - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

Born	September 01, 1910
Died	July 18, 1973 (age 62)
Birthplace	Wood Green, London, England
Zodiac Sign	Virgo - (see also Jack Hawkins's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese Zodiac	Dog
Generation	Greatest Generation
Known For	Celebrated English film actor, renowned for major roles in classic films including 'The Bridge on the River Kwai,' 'Ben-Hur,' and 'Lawrence of Arabia.'

Intro

Jack Hawkins was a distinguished English actor noted for his commanding presence in British cinema, particularly during the 1950s and 1960s. He was acclaimed for his roles in epic films such as 'The Bridge on the River Kwai,' 'Ben-Hur,' and 'Lawrence of Arabia,' often portraying military officers and figures of authority.

Early Life & Background

Jack Hawkins was born on September 14, 1910, in Wood Green, London. He demonstrated an interest in acting from a young age and made his stage debut at age 12, joining the Italia Conti Academy of Theatre Arts. He began his professional career in theatre before transitioning to film.

Career Highlights

• Role as Major Warden in 'The Bridge on the River Kwai' (1957)
• Portrayed Quintus Arrius in 'Ben-Hur' (1959)
• Played General Allenby in 'Lawrence of Arabia' (1962)
• Notable appearance as Lt. Col. Windrum in 'The Cruel Sea' (1953)
• Extensive stage career, including in West End and Old Vic productions

Trivia

• Jack Hawkins' deep, authoritative voice was one of his trademarks, though he lost his voice to throat cancer in the 1960s and had to have his lines dubbed in later films.
• He was awarded the CBE (Commander of the Order of the British Empire) in 1958 for his contributions to drama.

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1. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Jack-Hawkins
2. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jack_Hawkins