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Louis Theroux - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | May 20, 1970 |
|---|---|
| Age | 55 |
| Birthplace | Singapore |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus - (see also Louis Theroux's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dog |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Award-winning documentaries such as 'Louis Theroux's Weird Weekends,' 'When Louis Met...,' and his BBC documentary specials. |
Intro
Louis Theroux is a British-American documentary filmmaker, journalist, broadcaster, and author known for his immersive investigative documentaries exploring controversial subjects and marginalized subcultures.
Early Life & Background
Louis Theroux was born on May 20, 1970, in Singapore to American travel writer Paul Theroux and Ann Castle. He attended Westminster School in London and later studied Modern History at Magdalen College, Oxford.
Career Highlights
- Created and hosted 'Louis Theroux's Weird Weekends' (BBC, 1998–2000)
- Produced the 'When Louis Met...' documentary series (BBC, 2000–2002)
- Awarded two BAFTAs for Best Presenter and Best Factual Series
- Has produced numerous acclaimed BBC investigative specials on topics such as Scientology, crime, and the adult film industry.
Trivia
- Louis holds dual British and American citizenship.
- He is the son of the famous travel writer Paul Theroux.
- He worked briefly as a correspondent for Michael Moore's TV Nation.
- Known for his understated interview style and immersive approach.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Louis Theroux?
Louis Theroux is 55 years old.
When was Louis Theroux born?
Louis Theroux was born the 20 May 1970.
Where is Louis Theroux from?
Singapore.
On His Birth-Day
About May 20th, 1970, in brief:
- Historical events: On May 20, 1970, over 100,000 New Yorkers marched through lower Manhattan to demonstrate support for the Vietnam War and the Nixon administration. The event was organized by the Building and Construction Trades Council of Greater New York, featuring participants such as construction workers and union members. The demonstration was marked by American flags, patriotic tunes, and fervent speeches, with signs denouncing Mayor John Lindsay's anti-war stance.
- Day of the week: May 20th, 1970 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: American Woman by The Guess Who
- #1 UK song: Back Home by England World Cup Squad
- Popular movie: Catch-22 directed by Mike Nichols
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