Michael Palin - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | May 05, 1943 |
|---|---|
| Age | 82 |
| Birthplace | Sheffield, West Riding of Yorkshire, England |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus - (see also Michael Palin's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Goat |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Member of Monty Python; travel documentaries such as 'Around the World in 80 Days', 'Pole to Pole', and 'Full Circle' |
Intro
Michael Palin is a British comedian, actor, writer, and broadcaster. He is best known as a member of the legendary comedy group Monty Python, contributing as a writer and performer to both the television series 'Monty Python's Flying Circus' and the subsequent films. Outside comedy, he has become a renowned travel documentarian, presenting a series of acclaimed travel documentaries for the BBC.
Early Life & Background
Michael Palin was born in Sheffield, England, on May 5, 1943, to Mary Rachel Lockhart and Edward Moreton Palin. He attended Birkdale and Shrewsbury Schools before studying modern history at Brasenose College, Oxford, where he met future Monty Python collaborator Terry Jones.
Career Highlights
- Co-creator and performer on 'Monty Python's Flying Circus' (1969–1974)
- Actor/writer in Monty Python films, including 'Monty Python and the Holy Grail', 'Life of Brian', and 'The Meaning of Life'
- Writer and star of 'Ripping Yarns' (with Terry Jones)
- Presented celebrated travel documentaries such as 'Around the World in 80 Days', 'Pole to Pole', and 'Himalaya with Michael Palin'
- President of the Royal Geographical Society (2009–2012)
- Knighted in 2019 for services to travel, culture, and geography
Trivia
- Has a species of spider, Palinurus, named after him
- Appeared in the video game 'Monty Python & the Holy Grail'
- Won a BAFTA Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role for 'A Fish Called Wanda' (1988)
FAQs
People also ask
Michael Palin is 82 years old.
Michael Palin was born the 5 May 1943.
Sheffield, West Riding of Yorkshire, England.
On His Birth-Day
About May 5th, 1943, in brief:
- Historical events: In 1943, the U.S. Post Office Department implemented a postal zoning system to improve mail sorting efficiency. This system assigned one- or two-digit zone numbers to over 100 urban areas, aiding in faster and more accurate mail delivery. The initiative was part of the department's efforts to handle increasing mail volumes during World War II.
- Day of the week: May 5th, 1943 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: The Song of Bernadette directed by Henry King
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