Mark Gatiss - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | October 17, 1966 |
|---|---|
| Age | 59 |
| Birthplace | Sedgefield, County Durham, England, UK |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra - (see also Mark Gatiss's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Horse |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Co-creator and star of 'The League of Gentlemen'; co-creator, writer, and actor in 'Sherlock'; writer and actor for 'Doctor Who'. |
Intro
Mark Gatiss is an English actor, screenwriter, director, producer, and novelist, best known as a member of The League of Gentlemen comedy team and for his significant work in television, including his roles in and contributions to BBC's 'Doctor Who' and 'Sherlock'.
Early Life & Background
Mark Gatiss grew up in Sedgefield, County Durham, England. He developed a love for science fiction and horror early in life, which influenced his later writing and acting career. He attended Heighington CE Primary School and Woodham Comprehensive School before studying Theatre Arts at Bretton Hall College, West Yorkshire.
Career Highlights
- Co-created and starred in the BAFTA Award-winning comedy series 'The League of Gentlemen' (1999–2017)
- Wrote and acted in several episodes of 'Doctor Who' (2005–present), and appeared as Mycroft Holmes in 'Sherlock' (2010–2017)
- Co-created and wrote the BBC/Netflix series 'Dracula' (2020)
- Author of several novels and short stories, including works featuring the character Lucifer Box
Trivia
- Mark Gatiss is an avid fan of horror films and particularly of the Hammer Horror series, which inspired much of his own work.
- He has published several Doctor Who novels and audio plays, cementing his long-standing association with the franchise.
- He married actor Ian Hallard in 2008.
FAQs
People also ask
Mark Gatiss is 59 years old.
Mark Gatiss was born the 17 October 1966.
Sedgefield, County Durham, England, UK.
On His Birth-Day
About October 17th, 1966, in brief:
- Historical events: On October 17, 1966, the American Football League (AFL) and the National Football League (NFL) announced their merger, which was approved by the NFL owners, leading to the formation of the modern NFL.
- Day of the week: October 17th, 1966 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Reach Out I'll Be There by Four Tops
- #1 UK song: Distant Drums by Jim Reeves
- Popular movie: Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? directed by Mike Nichols
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