Norman Wisdom - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | February 04, 1915 |
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| Died | October 04, 2010 (age 95) |
| Birthplace | Marylebone, London, England |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius - (see also Norman Wisdom's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Tiger |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Slapstick comedy roles, particularly his character Norman Pitkin in British comedies for the Rank Organisation. |
Intro
Norman Wisdom was a renowned English comedian, actor, and singer, best known for his slapstick roles in the 1950s and 1960s, particularly in a series of comedy films for the Rank Organisation. His character, the hapless Norman Pitkin, became a beloved figure in British comedy.
Early Life & Background
Norman Wisdom was born into a poor family in Marylebone, London. He experienced a difficult childhood, leaving home at a young age, and spent time in foster care and became homeless before joining the army as a drummer boy, where he found his comedic ability and love of performance.
Career Highlights
- Starred in a series of highly successful comedy films from 1953 to 1966, often playing the well-meaning underdog Norman Pitkin.
- Awarded an OBE (Officer of the Order of the British Empire) in 1995 for his services to entertainment.
- Appeared in West End stage performances, television roles, and continued entertaining through tours and television well into his 80s.
- Enjoyed significant popularity in Albania, where his films were among the few Western movies permitted during the Communist regime.
Trivia
- Sir Charlie Chaplin once described Norman Wisdom as his 'favourite clown.'
- Norman Wisdom's popularity in Albania made him a cultural icon there, with his films regarded as symbols of anti-authoritarian resilience.
- He retired in 2004 after a career spanning more than 60 years.
FAQs
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Norman Wisdom was born the 4 February 1915.
Marylebone, London, England.
On His Birth-Day
About February 4th, 1915, in brief:
- Historical events: On February 4, 1915, Germany declared the waters surrounding Great Britain and Ireland, including the English Channel, a war zone. This declaration permitted German U-boats to attack and sink any enemy merchant vessels found within this area without warning, and also exposed neutral ships to potential attacks due to the risk of misidentification.
- Day of the week: February 4th, 1915 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Sister Susie's Sewing Shirts for Soldiers by Billy Murray
- Popular movie: The Birth of a Nation directed by D.W. Griffith
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