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John Kapelos - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | March 08, 1956 |
|---|---|
| Age | 70 |
| Birthplace | London, Ontario, Canada |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces - (see also John Kapelos's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Monkey |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Notable for his roles in 'The Breakfast Club' (as Carl the Janitor), 'Sixteen Candles', and 'Weird Science', as well as for recurring television appearances, including 'Forever Knight'. |
Intro
John Kapelos is a Canadian actor best known for his supporting roles in popular films of the 1980s, particularly several John Hughes classics.
Early Life & Background
John Kapelos was born and raised in London, Ontario, Canada. He attended Central Secondary School and began his career in improvisational theatre, later becoming a member of Chicago's Second City troupe.
Career Highlights
- Portrayed Carl the Janitor in 'The Breakfast Club' (1985).
- Appeared in other John Hughes films: 'Sixteen Candles' (1984), 'Weird Science' (1985).
- Starred as Detective Donald Schanke in the TV series 'Forever Knight' (1992-1996).
- Guest-starred in numerous television series including 'The X-Files', 'Seinfeld', and 'Modern Family'.
Trivia
- He is of Greek descent.
- Kapelos is a graduate of Second City, the famous improvisational comedy enterprise in Chicago.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is John Kapelos?
John Kapelos is 70 years old.
When was John Kapelos born?
John Kapelos was born the 8 March 1956.
Where is John Kapelos from?
London, Ontario, Canada.
On His Birth-Day
About March 8th, 1956, in brief:
- Day of the week: March 8th, 1956 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: The Great Pretender by The Platters
- #1 UK song: It's Almost Tomorrow by The Dreamweavers
- Popular movie: The Ten Commandments directed by Cecil B. DeMille
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