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Leo Penn - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | August 27, 1921 |
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| Died | September 05, 1998 (age 77) |
| Birthplace | Lawrence, Massachusetts, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo - (see also Leo Penn's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rooster |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Television director known for his extensive directing work on TV dramas, especially 'Bonanza', 'Star Trek', 'Kojak', and 'The Twilight Zone', as well as being the father of Sean Penn and Chris Penn. |
Intro
Leo Penn was an American actor and director best known for his work in television, and as the father of actors Sean Penn and Chris Penn. He began his career as a stage actor before moving into film and television, later achieving notable success as a director for numerous acclaimed TV series.
Early Life & Background
Leo Penn was born to a Russian-Jewish immigrant family in Massachusetts. He briefly attended Penn State University before enlisting in the U.S. Army Air Forces during World War II.
Career Highlights
- Won a Theatre World Award in 1948 for 'The Master Race'.
- Acted in films and television during the 1940s and 1950s.
- Transitioned to television directing in the late 1950s after being blacklisted due to his political activities.
- Directed episodes of many major American TV series, including 'I Spy', 'Columbo', 'The A-Team', 'Little House on the Prairie', and 'Cagney & Lacey'.
- Father of Oscar-winning actor Sean Penn and actor Chris Penn.
Trivia
- Blacklisted as an actor during the McCarthy era due to his refusal to name names before the House Un-American Activities Committee.
- After blacklisting, focused on a prolific television directing career.
- Married to actress Eileen Ryan.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Leo Penn born?
Leo Penn was born the 27 August 1921.
Where is Leo Penn from?
Lawrence, Massachusetts, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About August 27th, 1921, in brief:
- Historical events: On August 27, 1921, the Green Bay Packers were granted a franchise in the American Professional Football Association (APFA), the predecessor to the NFL. The franchise was awarded to J. Emmett Clair of Acme Packing Company during a league meeting in Chicago. This marked the Packers' entry into professional football.
- Day of the week: August 27th, 1921 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: All By Myself by Frank Crumit
- Popular movie: Tol'able David directed by Henry King
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