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Kevin McCarthy

Kevin McCarthy - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornFebruary 15, 1914
DiedSeptember 11, 2010 (age 96)
BirthplaceSeattle, Washington, United States
Zodiac SignAquarius - (see also Kevin McCarthy's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacTiger
GenerationGreatest Generation
Known ForStarring as Dr. Miles Bennell in 'Invasion of the Body Snatchers' (1956)

Intro

Kevin McCarthy was an American stage, film, and television actor, most famous for his leading role in the classic science fiction film 'Invasion of the Body Snatchers' (1956). He enjoyed a career spanning over seven decades and appeared in more than 100 films and television series.

Early Life & Background

Kevin McCarthy was born in Seattle, Washington. After losing his parents to the 1918 influenza pandemic, he was raised by relatives alongside his siblings, one of whom was the writer Mary McCarthy. He attended the University of Minnesota, where he became interested in acting.

Career Highlights

  • Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor for 'Death of a Salesman' (1951)
  • Iconic role as Dr. Miles Bennell in 'Invasion of the Body Snatchers' (1956)
  • Extensive television work, including appearances on 'The Twilight Zone,' 'Columbo,' and 'Murder, She Wrote'
  • Stage work, including his Broadway performance in 'Death of a Salesman' and numerous other plays

Trivia

  • He was the cousin of U.S. Senator and presidential candidate Eugene McCarthy.
  • McCarthy continued acting into his 90s, with over 200 screen and stage credits during his lifetime.

FAQs

People also ask

When was Kevin McCarthy born?

Kevin McCarthy was born the 15 February 1914.

Where is Kevin McCarthy from?

Seattle, Washington, United States.

On His Birth-Day

About February 15th, 1914, in brief:

  • Historical events: On February 15, 1914, Norwegian speed skater Oscar Mathisen won his fifth World Speed Skating Championship title, solidifying his reputation as one of the sport's greatest athletes.
  • Day of the week: February 15th, 1914 was a Sunday
  • Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: The Girl in the Gingham Gown by Orpheus Quartet
  • Popular movie: directed by D.W. Griffith

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kevin_McCarthy_(actor)
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0565372/