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Leo McKern - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | March 16, 1920 |
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| Died | July 23, 2002 (age 82) |
| Birthplace | Sydney, New South Wales, Australia |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces - (see also Leo McKern's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Monkey |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Portraying Horace Rumpole in 'Rumpole of the Bailey' and appearances in films such as 'The Day the Earth Caught Fire' and 'Help!' |
Intro
Leo McKern was an acclaimed Australian-born British actor, best known for his work in film, television, and stage. He gained international recognition for his role as Horace Rumpole in the British television series 'Rumpole of the Bailey.'
Early Life & Background
Leo McKern was born in Sydney, Australia, and lost his left eye at the age of 15 due to an accident. He began his career as an engineering apprentice before turning to the stage, eventually moving to the United Kingdom in 1946 to continue his acting career.
Career Highlights
- Portrayed Horace Rumpole in 'Rumpole of the Bailey' (1975–1992) [1][2]
- Starred in the film 'Help!' (1965) as Clang [1][2]
- Appeared in 'The Prisoner' as Number Two [2]
- Featured in 'The Day the Earth Caught Fire' (1961) [1]
- Awarded the OBE (Order of the British Empire) in 1983 for services to drama [2]
Trivia
- McKern lost an eye in a childhood accident and wore a glass eye throughout his career [1][2].
- He was known for his deep, distinctive voice and presence on screen.
- He was reluctant to play Rumpole initially but grew to love the character.
- He appeared in three episodes of the cult TV series 'The Prisoner,' each time as Number Two [2].
FAQs
People also ask
When was Leo McKern born?
Leo McKern was born the 16 March 1920.
Where is Leo McKern from?
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
On His Birth-Day
About March 16th, 1920, in brief:
- Day of the week: March 16th, 1920 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: You Ain't Heard Nothin' Yet by Al Jolson
- Popular movie: Way Down East directed by D.W. Griffith
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