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Paul Hogan - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | October 08, 1939 |
|---|---|
| Age | 86 |
| Birthplace | Lightning Ridge, New South Wales, Australia |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra - (see also Paul Hogan's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rabbit |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Starring as Michael 'Crocodile' Dundee in the 'Crocodile Dundee' film series. |
Intro
Paul Hogan is an Australian actor, comedian, and television presenter, best known internationally for his role as Michael 'Crocodile' Dundee in the 'Crocodile Dundee' film series.
Early Life & Background
Paul Hogan was born in Lightning Ridge, New South Wales, Australia. He worked as a rigger on the Sydney Harbour Bridge before entering show business via a talent program, eventually landing his own sketch comedy show, 'The Paul Hogan Show.'
Career Highlights
- Created and starred in 'The Paul Hogan Show,' a popular Australian sketch comedy series (1973–1984)
- International breakthrough as Michael 'Crocodile' Dundee in 'Crocodile Dundee' (1986), which became a worldwide hit
- 'Crocodile Dundee' was the highest-grossing Australian film and earned Hogan an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Screenplay
- Starred in the sequels: 'Crocodile Dundee II' (1988) and 'Crocodile Dundee in Los Angeles' (2001)
Trivia
- Paul Hogan was awarded the Order of Australia in 1986.
- 'Crocodile Dundee' made him an international star and remains one of the most commercially successful Australian films.
- He has hosted the Academy Awards telecast.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Paul Hogan?
Paul Hogan is 86 years old.
When was Paul Hogan born?
Paul Hogan was born the 8 October 1939.
Where is Paul Hogan from?
Lightning Ridge, New South Wales, Australia.
On His Birth-Day
About October 8th, 1939, in brief:
- Day of the week: October 8th, 1939 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Rabbit (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: In the Mood by Glenn Miller & His Orchestra
- Popular movie: Goodbye, Mr. Chips directed by Sam Wood, Sidney Franklin
Check the link for more news and curiosities on October 8th, 1939.