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John Phillip Law

John Phillip Law - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornSeptember 07, 1937
Age88
BirthplaceLos Angeles, California, USA
Zodiac SignVirgo - (see also John Phillip Law's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacOx
GenerationSilent Generation
Known ForStarring roles in 'Barbarella' (1968), 'Danger: Diabolik' (1968), and 'The Russians Are Coming, the Russians Are Coming' (1966).

Intro

John Phillip Law was an American film and television actor best known for his roles in cult classics and international cinema throughout the 1960s and 1970s. He gained recognition for his performances in films such as 'Barbarella' and 'Danger: Diabolik,' earning a reputation as a versatile and charismatic actor.

Early Life & Background

John Phillip Law was born in Los Angeles, California. He attended the University of Hawaii and studied acting at the Neighborhood Playhouse in New York. Coming from a show business family, his mother was actress Phyllis Sallee.

Career Highlights

  • Portrayed Pygar in 'Barbarella' (1968) alongside Jane Fonda.
  • Starred as the titular character in 'Danger: Diabolik' (1968), the cult classic directed by Mario Bava.
  • Appeared in the comedy 'The Russians Are Coming, the Russians Are Coming' (1966), which received critical acclaim.
  • Worked in numerous international productions across Europe, especially Italy.
  • Maintained a decades-long acting career, appearing in a wide variety of film genres.

Trivia

  • He was considered for the role of Superman in the late 1970s, but the role ultimately went to Christopher Reeve.
  • Law remained a cult favorite due to his distinctive looks and memorable roles in genre films.
  • He was the father of actress Dawn Law.

FAQs

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How old is John Phillip Law?

John Phillip Law is 88 years old.

When was John Phillip Law born?

John Phillip Law was born the 7 September 1937.

Where is John Phillip Law from?

Los Angeles, California, USA.

On His Birth-Day

About September 7th, 1937, in brief:

  • Day of the week: September 7th, 1937 was a Tuesday
  • Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • Popular movie: Lost Horizon directed by Frank Capra

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Phillip_Law
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0492220/