Oliver Platt - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 12, 1960 |
|---|---|
| Age | 66 |
| Birthplace | Windsor, Ontario, Canada |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also Oliver Platt's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Pig |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Critically acclaimed roles in TV dramas such as 'The West Wing,' 'Huff,' and 'Chicago Med,' as well as supporting roles in films like 'Flatliners,' 'A Time to Kill,' and 'Frost/Nixon.' |
Intro
Oliver Platt is a Canadian-born American actor known for his versatile performances across film, television, and stage. Renowned for his character roles, Platt has been a prominent figure in Hollywood since the late 1980s.
Early Life & Background
Born to Nicholas Platt, a career diplomat, and Sheila Maynard, a clinical social worker, Oliver Platt grew up in a family with deep ties to public service. He spent much of his childhood moving between countries due to his father's assignments, and was educated at Tufts University, where he developed an interest in drama and performing.
Career Highlights
- Nominated for multiple Primetime Emmy Awards and a Golden Globe for his television performances[1][2].
- Starred in TV series such as 'The West Wing' (as White House Counsel Oliver Babish), 'Huff,' and 'Chicago Med.'[1][2]
- Notable film appearances include 'Flatliners' (1990), 'A Time to Kill' (1996), 'The Three Musketeers' (1993), 'Bicentennial Man' (1999), and 'Frost/Nixon' (2008)[1][2].
- Esteemed stage work, including a Tony Award nomination for Best Leading Actor in a Play for 'Shining City' (2006)[2].
Trivia
- Oliver Platt is a great-great-grandson of diplomat and lawyer Joseph Hodges Choate[2].
- He attended the same high school, the American School in Japan, as comedian Bill Murray (unverified – needs citation).
- He is known for his preference for ensemble work over lead roles[1].
FAQs
People also ask
Oliver Platt is 66 years old.
Oliver Platt was born the 12 January 1960.
Windsor, Ontario, Canada.
On His Birth-Day
About January 12th, 1960, in brief:
- Day of the week: January 12th, 1960 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: El Paso by Marty Robbins
- #1 UK song: What Do You Want To Make Those Eyes At Me For? by Emile Ford & The Checkmates
- Popular movie: Psycho directed by Alfred Hitchcock
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