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Michael Rooker - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | April 06, 1955 |
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| Age | 70 |
| Birthplace | Jasper, Alabama, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries - (see also Michael Rooker's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Goat |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Portraying Merle Dixon in 'The Walking Dead' and Yondu Udonta in the 'Guardians of the Galaxy' films. |
Intro
Michael Rooker is an American actor known for his intense screen presence and versatility, especially in genre films and television. He is widely recognized for his roles in 'Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer,' 'The Walking Dead,' and the 'Guardians of the Galaxy' series.
Early Life & Background
Michael Rooker was born in Jasper, Alabama. After his parents divorced, he moved with his mother and siblings to Chicago at the age of 13, where he later attended the Goodman School of Drama at DePaul University.
Career Highlights
- Breakout role in 'Henry: Portrait of a Serial Killer' (1986)
- Portrayed Merle Dixon in the hit TV series 'The Walking Dead' (2010–2013)
- Played Yondu Udonta in 'Guardians of the Galaxy' (2014) and its sequel (2017)
- 'Mississippi Burning' (1988), 'JFK' (1991), 'Cliffhanger' (1993), and 'Days of Thunder' (1990)
Trivia
- Has a deep, raspy voice, which he often uses to his advantage in villainous roles.
- Practices martial arts and holds a black belt in Kyokushin style karate.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Michael Rooker?
Michael Rooker is 70 years old.
When was Michael Rooker born?
Michael Rooker was born the 6 April 1955.
Where is Michael Rooker from?
Jasper, Alabama, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About April 6th, 1955, in brief:
- Historical events: On April 6, 1955, Anthony Eden succeeded Sir Winston Churchill as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. Eden, who had served as Foreign Secretary, took over the leadership of the country following Churchill's resignation due to health issues.
- Day of the week: April 6th, 1955 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Unchained Melody by Al Hibbler
- #1 UK song: Give Me Your Word by Tennessee Ernie Ford
- Popular movie: I'll Cry Tomorrow directed by Daniel Mann
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