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Michael Rennie - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | August 25, 1909 |
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| Died | June 10, 1971 (age 61) |
| Birthplace | Idle, Bradford, West Riding of Yorkshire, England |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo - (see also Michael Rennie's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rooster |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Starring as Klaatu in 'The Day the Earth Stood Still' (1951) |
Intro
Michael Rennie was an English film, television, and stage actor best known for his leading role as Klaatu in the classic science fiction film 'The Day the Earth Stood Still' (1951).
Early Life & Background
Michael Rennie was born Eric Alexander Rennie in Idle, a suburb of Bradford, Yorkshire. Before pursuing acting, he worked in several jobs including in a wool mill, a car manufacturing plant, and an aircraft factory.
Career Highlights
- Starred as Klaatu in 'The Day the Earth Stood Still' (1951)
- Featured in 'Les Misérables' (1952) as Jean Valjean
- Had roles in films including 'The Rains of Ranchipur' (1955) and 'The Devil's Brigade' (1968)
- Appeared in the television series 'The Third Man' as Harry Lime (1959–1965)
Trivia
- Michael Rennie was over 6'4" (193 cm) tall, which contributed to his imposing screen presence.
- He was a favorite actor of director Robert Wise, who cast him in 'The Day the Earth Stood Still.'
FAQs
People also ask
When was Michael Rennie born?
Michael Rennie was born the 25 August 1909.
Where is Michael Rennie from?
Idle, Bradford, West Riding of Yorkshire, England.
On His Birth-Day
About August 25th, 1909, in brief:
- Historical events: On August 25, 1909, the U.S. Army selected a 160-acre site in College Park, Maryland, for the world's first military airfield, initiating training for Army pilots.
- Day of the week: August 25th, 1909 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Uncle Josh at a Baseball Game by Cal Stewart
- Popular movie: The Life of Moses directed by J. Stuart Blackton
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