Kevin Costner - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 18, 1955 |
|---|---|
| Age | 71 |
| Birthplace | Lynwood, California, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also Kevin Costner's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Horse |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Academy Award-winning actor and director, particularly for 'Dances with Wolves.' |
Intro
Kevin Costner is an acclaimed American actor, director, and producer, known for his roles in iconic films such as 'Dances with Wolves,' 'The Bodyguard,' and 'Field of Dreams.' With a career spanning several decades, he has received numerous awards, including Academy Awards and Golden Globes.
Early Life & Background
Kevin Costner was born on January 18, 1955, in Lynwood, California, and raised in nearby Compton. His father, William Costner, was an electrician and utility executive, and his mother, Sharon Rae, was a welfare worker. Costner developed an interest in acting in college after graduating from California State University, Fullerton.
Career Highlights
- Starred in the films 'The Untouchables' (1987), 'Bull Durham' (1988), 'Field of Dreams' (1989), 'Dances with Wolves' (1990), 'JFK' (1991), 'Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves' (1991), 'The Bodyguard' (1992), and 'Wyatt Earp' (1994).
- Won two Academy Awards for 'Dances with Wolves' (Best Picture, Best Director) in 1991.
- Received three Golden Globe Awards, a Primetime Emmy Award, and two Screen Actors Guild Awards.
- Starred in the hit television series 'Yellowstone' (2018–present).
Trivia
- Costner is of English, Irish, Scottish, and Welsh descent.
- He is also a musician and leads the country rock band Kevin Costner & Modern West.
- He declined a role in 'Platoon' (1986) due to its violent content.
- Inducted into the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2003.
FAQs
People also ask
Kevin Costner is 71 years old.
Kevin Costner was born the 18 January 1955.
Lynwood, California, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About January 18th, 1955, in brief:
- Historical events: On January 18, 1955, during the First Taiwan Strait Crisis, the People's Republic of China launched an assault on the Yijiangshan Islands, resulting in the capture of the islands from the Republic of China. The battle lasted until January 20, 1955, and was the first large-scale coordinated air, sea, and land operation conducted by the People's Liberation Army.
- Day of the week: January 18th, 1955 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: The Naughty Lady Of Shady Lane by The Ames Brothers
- #1 UK song: The Finger Of Suspicion by Dickie Valentine With The Stargazers
- Popular movie: I'll Cry Tomorrow directed by Daniel Mann
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