Keenan Wynn - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | July 27, 1916 |
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| Died | October 14, 1986 (age 70) |
| Birthplace | New York City, New York, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo - (see also Keenan Wynn's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dragon |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Notable for his roles in classic films such as 'Dr. Strangelove,' 'Annie Get Your Gun,' 'The Absent-Minded Professor,' and 'Once Upon a Time in the West.' He was a prominent fixture in Hollywood from the 1940s through the 1980s. |
Intro
Keenan Wynn was a prolific American character actor known for his signature mustache, gravelly voice, and memorable appearances in both film and television. He appeared in hundreds of productions over a career spanning five decades, often playing supporting yet scene-stealing roles.
Early Life & Background
Keenan Wynn was born into a prominent performing family; his father was the famous comedian Ed Wynn, and his mother was actress Hilda Keenan. He attended St. John's Military Academy in Wisconsin and briefly went to Yale University before pursuing acting full-time.
Career Highlights
- Appeared in 'Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb' (1964) as Colonel 'Bat' Guano
- Played Alonzo Hawk in Disney's 'The Absent-Minded Professor' (1961) and its sequel
- Featured in 'Once Upon a Time in the West' (1968)
- Starred in 'Point Blank' (1967) and 'The Great Race' (1965)
- Appeared in over 200 films and TV episodes including guest roles in 'The Twilight Zone' and 'Dallas'
Trivia
- Keenan Wynn was the son of vaudeville legend Ed Wynn.
- He was close friends with actor Spencer Tracy and appeared in several films with him.
- His distinctive voice and mustache became his trademarks.
- He was married four times and had five children.
FAQs
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Keenan Wynn was born the 27 July 1916.
New York City, New York, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About July 27th, 1916, in brief:
- Day of the week: July 27th, 1916 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Leo (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: There's a Quaker Down in Quaker Town by Peerless Quartet
- Popular movie: directed by D.W. Griffith
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