Jonathan Harris - Biography, Age, Birthday, Chinese Zodiac & Facts
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Jonathan Harris

Jonathan Harris - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornNovember 06, 1914
DiedNovember 03, 2002 (age 87)
BirthplaceThe Bronx, New York City, New York, U.S.
Zodiac SignScorpio - (see also Jonathan Harris's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacTiger
GenerationGreatest Generation
Known ForPlaying Dr. Zachary Smith on the TV series 'Lost in Space'.

Intro

Jonathan Harris was an American character actor best known for his role as Dr. Zachary Smith in the 1960s science fiction television series 'Lost in Space.' His career spanned several decades, and he appeared in numerous television shows and films, gaining recognition for his distinctive voice and comedic timing.

Early Life & Background

Jonathan Harris was born Jonathan Daniel Charasuchin in The Bronx, New York, to Russian-Jewish immigrant parents. Raised in a working-class neighborhood, Harris developed an early interest in the performing arts and changed his surname to Harris while a teenager to help further his career in America.

Career Highlights

  • Best known for his role as Dr. Zachary Smith in 'Lost in Space' (1965–1968).
  • Appeared in numerous television programs such as 'The Third Man,' 'The Bill Dana Show,' and made guest appearances on shows like 'The Twilight Zone' and 'Bewitched.'
  • Provided a guest character voice in the animated film 'A Bug's Life' (1998).

Trivia

  • He deliberately made Dr. Smith a comically villainous and flamboyant character, which became a hallmark of the show.
  • Harris and producer Irwin Allen collaborated extensively on what became the signature style of Dr. Smith's dialogue.

FAQs

People also ask

When was Jonathan Harris born?

Jonathan Harris was born the 6 November 1914.

Where is Jonathan Harris from?

The Bronx, New York City, New York, U.S..

On His Birth-Day

About November 6th, 1914, in brief:

  • Historical events: On November 6, 1914, British forces initiated an offensive in Mesopotamia, landing at Fao on the Faw Peninsula. This operation aimed to secure the Persian Gulf and protect British interests in the region during World War I.
  • Day of the week: November 6th, 1914 was a Friday
  • Zodiac Sign: Scorpio (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: Memphis Blues by Prince's Orchestra
  • Popular movie: directed by D.W. Griffith

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jonathan_Harris
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0364893/