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Kerwin Mathews - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 08, 1926 |
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| Died | July 05, 2007 (age 81) |
| Birthplace | Seattle, Washington, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also Kerwin Mathews's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Ox |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Leading roles in fantasy adventure films, notably 'The 7th Voyage of Sinbad' (1958), 'Jack the Giant Killer' (1962), and 'The 3 Worlds of Gulliver' (1960). |
Intro
Kerwin Mathews was an American actor best known for his leading roles in fantasy adventure films of the 1950s and 1960s, particularly his portrayals in Ray Harryhausen's visually innovative movies.
Early Life & Background
Kerwin Mathews was born in Seattle, Washington. After graduating from Janesville High School in Wisconsin, he attended Beloit College, where he studied drama and later served in the U.S. Army Air Forces during World War II.
Career Highlights
- Starred as Sinbad in 'The 7th Voyage of Sinbad' (1958)
- Portrayed Lemuel Gulliver in 'The 3 Worlds of Gulliver' (1960)
- Played the title role in 'Jack the Giant Killer' (1962)
- Appeared in films such as 'Man on a String' (1960) and 'Pirates of Blood River' (1962)
- Acted in several television series throughout the 1960s and 1970s
Trivia
- Mathews retired from acting in the 1970s and became an antiques dealer in San Francisco.
- He was openly gay during his later life, living with his partner Tom Nicoll for more than 30 years.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Kerwin Mathews born?
Kerwin Mathews was born the 8 January 1926.
Where is Kerwin Mathews from?
Seattle, Washington, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About January 8th, 1926, in brief:
- Historical events: On January 8, 1926, Abdulaziz Ibn Saud was crowned King of Hejaz, marking a significant step towards the unification of the Arabian Peninsula. This event laid the foundation for the future Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
- Day of the week: January 8th, 1926 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: The Son of the Sheik directed by George Fitzmaurice
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