Paul Scofield - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 21, 1922 |
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| Died | March 19, 2008 (age 86) |
| Birthplace | Hurstpierpoint, Sussex, England, UK |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius - (see also Paul Scofield's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rooster |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | His award-winning performance as Sir Thomas More in the film 'A Man for All Seasons' (1966). |
Intro
Paul Scofield was an acclaimed English actor, renowned for his powerful stage and screen performances. He is best known for his portrayal of Sir Thomas More in the film 'A Man for All Seasons,' for which he won an Academy Award. Scofield was widely respected for his deep, resonant voice and commanding presence, earning a reputation as one of Britain's greatest classical actors.
Early Life & Background
Paul Scofield was born David Paul Scofield in Hurstpierpoint, Sussex, England, in 1922. He attended the Varndean School in Brighton and later trained at Croydon Repertory Theatre School, followed by the London-based London Mask Theatre School before beginning his professional acting career.
Career Highlights
- Won the Academy Award for Best Actor for 'A Man for All Seasons' (1966).
- Received two BAFTA Awards for Best British Actor for 'A Man for All Seasons' and 'The Train'.
- Awarded the Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play for 'A Man for All Seasons' (1962).
- Renowned stage career with the Royal Shakespeare Company, performing major roles such as King Lear and Hamlet.
- Appointed Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in 1956.
Trivia
- Scofield was one of only a few actors to have won the 'triple crown' of acting: an Oscar, an Emmy, and a Tony Award.
- Despite his international acclaim, Scofield preferred the stage to the screen and mostly avoided the Hollywood spotlight.
- He declined a knighthood in 2001, stating he did not wish to be called 'Sir'.
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Paul Scofield was born the 21 January 1922.
Hurstpierpoint, Sussex, England, UK.
On His Birth-Day
About January 21st, 1922, in brief:
- Historical events: On January 21, 1922, 14-year-old Leonard Thompson received an injection of refined insulin at Toronto General Hospital, marking the first successful insulin treatment for diabetes.
- Day of the week: January 21st, 1922 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Ma! by Ted Lewis & His Band
- Popular movie: Sherlock Holmes directed by Guy Ritchie
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