John Lithgow - Biography, Age, Birthday, Chinese Zodiac & Facts
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John Lithgow

John Lithgow - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornOctober 19, 1945
Age80
BirthplaceRochester, New York, USA
Zodiac SignLibra - (see also John Lithgow's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacRooster
GenerationSilent Generation
Known ForStarring in the sitcom '3rd Rock from the Sun', notable roles in 'Dexter', 'The Crown', 'Terms of Endearment', and Broadway productions; winning multiple Emmy and Tony awards.

Intro

John Lithgow is an acclaimed American actor, author, and musician, known for his wide range and versatility across film, television, and theater. With a career spanning over five decades, he has earned numerous accolades for his roles in drama and comedy.

Early Life & Background

John Lithgow was born to Sarah Jane Price and Arthur Washington Lithgow III, a theater producer and director. Raised in a theatrical family, Lithgow was introduced to acting at an early age and attended Harvard University, where he studied history and literature before pursuing a career in the arts.

Career Highlights

  • Won two Tony Awards for Best Featured Actor in a Play and Best Actor in a Musical for 'The Changing Room' (1973) and 'Sweet Smell of Success' (2002).
  • Earned six Primetime Emmy Awards, including three for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series for '3rd Rock from the Sun'.
  • Portrayed Winston Churchill in 'The Crown', winning a Primetime Emmy for Outstanding Supporting Actor.
  • Received two Academy Award nominations for Best Supporting Actor for 'The World According to Garp' (1982) and 'Terms of Endearment' (1983).
  • Starred as Arthur Mitchell, the 'Trinity Killer', in 'Dexter', earning another Emmy.

Trivia

  • In addition to acting, Lithgow has written several children's books.
  • He is also a talented musician and has released albums of children's music.
  • Lithgow was inducted into the American Theater Hall of Fame in 2005.

FAQs

People also ask

How old is John Lithgow?

John Lithgow is 80 years old.

When was John Lithgow born?

John Lithgow was born the 19 October 1945.

Where is John Lithgow from?

Rochester, New York, USA.

On His Birth-Day

About October 19th, 1945, in brief:

  • Historical events: The Deutsch Schutzen massacre occurred on October 19, 1945, involving the killing of German civilians by Soviet troops. This event highlighted the brutal realities of post-war retribution in Eastern Europe.
  • Day of the week: October 19th, 1945 was a Friday
  • Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: Chickery Chick by Sammy Kaye & His Orchestra
  • Popular movie: The Lost Weekend directed by Billy Wilder

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Lithgow
  2. https://www.britannica.com/biography/John-Lithgow
  3. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0001475/