John Mills - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | February 22, 1908 |
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| Died | April 23, 2005 (age 97) |
| Birthplace | North Elmham, Norfolk, England, UK |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces - (see also John Mills's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Monkey |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Acclaimed British actor known for roles in 'Great Expectations' (1946), 'Ryan's Daughter' (1970), and 'Ice Cold in Alex' (1958). |
Intro
Sir John Mills was an acclaimed English actor whose career spanned more than seven decades, appearing in over 120 films. He is best remembered for his work in British cinema, especially in classic war dramas and family films.
Early Life & Background
John Mills was born Lewis Ernest Watts Mills in North Elmham, Norfolk. He was the son of Edith and Lewis Mills, a mathematics teacher. Mills was educated at Norwich High School for Boys and later at the Royal Naval School, Northwood. He began his acting career after a brief stint working as a clerk.
Career Highlights
- Won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for 'Ryan's Daughter' (1970) [1][2]
- Starred in classic films such as 'Great Expectations' (1946), 'Hobson's Choice' (1954), and 'Ice Cold in Alex' (1958) [1][2]
- Knighted by Queen Elizabeth II in 1976 for his services to drama [1][2]
- Acted in more than 120 films over a career spanning 70 years [1][2]
Trivia
- Father of actresses Hayley Mills and Juliet Mills [1][2]
- Lost partial sight in one eye during World War II service [1][2]
- Received a BAFTA Fellowship in 2002 [1][2]
FAQs
People also ask
John Mills was born the 22 February 1908.
North Elmham, Norfolk, England, UK.
On His Birth-Day
About February 22nd, 1908, in brief:
- Historical events: Rómulo Betancourt, a prominent Venezuelan politician and twice president, was born on February 22, 1908, in Guatire, Miranda, Venezuela. He is considered one of the most important political figures of 20th-century Venezuela.
- Day of the week: February 22nd, 1908 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: I Love You So by Harry Macdonough & Elise Stevenson
- Popular movie: Tom Sawyer directed by Unknown
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