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Matthew Modine

Matthew Modine - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornMarch 22, 1959
Age67
BirthplaceLoma Linda, California, USA
Zodiac SignAries - (see also Matthew Modine's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacPig
GenerationBaby Boomer Generation
Known ForStarring roles in 'Full Metal Jacket,' 'Vision Quest,' and 'Stranger Things'

Intro

Matthew Modine is an American actor known for his versatile roles in film, television, and theatre. He gained international acclaim for his leading role as Private Joker in Stanley Kubrick's 'Full Metal Jacket' (1987) and has since appeared in a range of notable projects, including 'Birdy,' 'Vision Quest,' and the Netflix series 'Stranger Things.'

Early Life & Background

Matthew Modine was born in Loma Linda, California, the youngest of seven children. His father managed drive-in theaters, and the family moved frequently during his childhood before settling in Imperial Beach, California. He was inspired to pursue acting after seeing John Ford's 'Stagecoach,' and later attended Mar Vista High School.

Career Highlights

  • Acclaimed performance as Private Joker in 'Full Metal Jacket' (1987) [1][2]
  • Lead roles in 'Birdy' (1984), 'Vision Quest' (1985)
  • Appeared as Dr. Martin Brenner in 'Stranger Things' (2016–2022) [1][2]
  • Notable television work including 'And the Band Played On' (1993) and 'Weeds' (2007–2008)
  • Directed the short film 'Jesus Was a Commie' (2011)

Trivia

  • Modine is an outspoken activist on environmental issues.
  • He has been married to Caridad Rivera since 1980.
  • He competed for the role of Maverick in 'Top Gun,' which ultimately went to Tom Cruise. [1][2]

FAQs

People also ask

How old is Matthew Modine?

Matthew Modine is 67 years old.

When was Matthew Modine born?

Matthew Modine was born the 22 March 1959.

Where is Matthew Modine from?

Loma Linda, California, USA.

On His Birth-Day

About March 22nd, 1959, in brief:

  • Historical events: Mike Brey, an American college basketball coach, was born on March 22, 1959. He is known for his long tenure as the head coach of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish men's basketball team.
  • Day of the week: March 22nd, 1959 was a Sunday
  • Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: Venus by Frankie Avalon
  • #1 UK song: As I Love You by Shirley Bassey
  • Popular movie: Some Like It Hot directed by Billy Wilder

Check the link for more news and curiosities on March 22nd, 1959.

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matthew_Modine
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000546/