Pat Morita - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | June 28, 1932 |
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| Died | November 24, 2005 (age 73) |
| Birthplace | Isleton, California, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer - (see also Pat Morita's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Monkey |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Portraying Mr. Miyagi in 'The Karate Kid' film series |
Intro
Pat Morita was a Japanese-American actor and comedian best known for his role as Mr. Miyagi in 'The Karate Kid' film series, for which he received an Academy Award nomination. His career spanned several decades in both television and film, making him one of the most recognized Asian American actors in Hollywood.
Early Life & Background
Pat Morita was born Noriyuki Morita in Isleton, California, to Japanese immigrant parents. He spent much of his childhood in hospitals due to spinal tuberculosis and was later interned with his family at a camp in Arizona during World War II as part of the Japanese American internment.
Career Highlights
- Became widely known for his role as Arnold on the TV show 'Happy Days'
- Starred as Mr. Miyagi in 'The Karate Kid' (1984) and its sequels, earning an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor
- Acted in films such as 'Midway,' 'Mulan' (voice of the Emperor), and 'Honeymoon in Vegas'
- Appeared on numerous television shows, including 'Sanford and Son' and 'Mash'
Trivia
- His real first name was Noriyuki.
- He was one of the first Asian-American actors to be nominated for an Academy Award.
- Before becoming an actor, he worked as a stand-up comedian under the name The Hip Nip.
FAQs
People also ask
Pat Morita was born the 28 June 1932.
Isleton, California, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About June 28th, 1932, in brief:
- Historical events: On June 28, 1932, the People's Assembly of Siam convened in the Ananta Samakhom Throne Hall. This assembly was part of the Siamese revolution of 1932, which led to the establishment of a constitutional monarchy in Thailand. The assembly's first session was intended to last six months, during which members were to be appointed by the Four Musketeers to exercise power on behalf of the people.
- Day of the week: June 28th, 1932 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: Sherlock Holmes directed by Guy Ritchie
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