Lee Van Cleef - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 09, 1925 |
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| Died | December 16, 1989 (age 64) |
| Birthplace | Somerville, New Jersey, U.S. |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also Lee Van Cleef's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Iconic roles in Spaghetti Westerns, especially in "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly". |
Intro
Lee Van Cleef was an American actor best known for his roles in Western films, particularly as a villain or anti-hero in Spaghetti Westerns such as "For a Few Dollars More" and "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly." With a distinctive sharp-featured look, he became an icon of the genre and left a lasting impact on cinema.
Early Life & Background
Lee Van Cleef was born Clarence LeRoy Van Cleef Jr. in Somerville, New Jersey. He served in the United States Navy during World War II before embarking on his acting career, working initially in stage productions before transitioning to film and television.
Career Highlights
- Played 'Angel Eyes' in "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly" (1966)
- Starred as Colonel Douglas Mortimer in "For a Few Dollars More" (1965)
- Appeared in over 90 film and television roles, frequently cast as a villain or gunslinger
- Transitioned successfully from American Westerns to Spaghetti Westerns
- Starred in 'The Master' TV series (1984)
Trivia
- Van Cleef lost the tip of his right middle finger in a work accident, which is visible in some films.
- In addition to acting, he was a skilled painter and played piano.
- He was inducted into the Hall of Great Western Performers at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum.
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Lee Van Cleef was born the 9 January 1925.
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On His Birth-Day
About January 9th, 1925, in brief:
- Historical events: Lee Van Cleef, an American actor known for his roles in Western films, was born in Somerville, New Jersey, on January 9, 1925.
- Day of the week: January 9th, 1925 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Tell Me, Dreamy Eyes by Isham Jones & His Orchestra
- Popular movie: The Gold Rush directed by Charles Chaplin
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