James Coburn - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | August 31, 1928 |
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| Died | November 18, 2002 (age 74) |
| Birthplace | Laurel, Nebraska, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo - (see also James Coburn's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dragon |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Academy Award-winning actor known for roles in 'The Magnificent Seven,' 'The Great Escape,' and 'Affliction.' |
Intro
James Coburn was an American film and television actor known for his distinctive deep voice, rugged looks, and on-screen charisma. He gained fame during the 1960s and 1970s, often appearing in action, western, and spy films, and won an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in 'Affliction' (1997).
Early Life & Background
James Coburn was born in Laurel, Nebraska. He moved frequently with his family, living in places such as Compton, California. Coburn attended Compton Junior College and served in the United States Army as a truck driver and occasionally narrated Army training films during the Korean War.
Career Highlights
- Co-starred in 'The Magnificent Seven' (1960)
- Appeared in 'The Great Escape' (1963)
- Starred in the spy spoof 'Our Man Flint' (1966) and its sequel 'In Like Flint' (1967)
- Won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for 'Affliction' (1997)
- Provided the voice for Mr. Waternoose in 'Monsters, Inc.' (2001)
Trivia
- Known for his gravelly voice and tall, lean appearance.
- He was an avid martial artist and a close friend of Bruce Lee.
- Suffered for years from severe rheumatoid arthritis, which greatly limited his acting career until new treatments became available.
FAQs
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James Coburn was born the 31 August 1928.
Laurel, Nebraska, United States.
On His Birth-Day
About August 31st, 1928, in brief:
- Historical events: Bertolt Brecht and Kurt Weill's 'The Threepenny Opera' premiered on August 31, 1928, at Berlin's Theater am Schiffbauerdamm. The play, adapted from John Gay's 'The Beggar's Opera,' offered a socialist critique of capitalism and became a significant work in 20th-century theater.
- Day of the week: August 31st, 1928 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: Four Sons directed by John Ford
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