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Paul Winfield

Paul Winfield - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornMay 22, 1939
DiedMarch 07, 2004 (age 64)
BirthplaceLos Angeles, California, USA
Zodiac SignGemini - (see also Paul Winfield's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacRabbit
GenerationSilent Generation
Known ForAcademy Award-nominated role in 'Sounder' (1972), appearances in 'The Terminator' (1984), and voice work for television and film.

Intro

Paul Winfield was an acclaimed American actor known for his work in film, television, and theater. He was recognized for his powerful performances in both leading and supporting roles, including an Academy Award-nominated turn in 'Sounder' (1972) and memorable roles in 'The Terminator' (1984) and in television series such as 'Roots: The Next Generations.'

Early Life & Background

Paul Winfield was born in Los Angeles, California. He attended Manual Arts High School and later studied at Los Angeles City College, the University of Portland, Stanford University, and the University of California, Los Angeles. His educational background helped shape a versatile career in acting.

Career Highlights

  • Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actor for 'Sounder' (1972)
  • Received an Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actor in a Drama Series for 'Picket Fences' (1995)
  • Portrayed Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in 'King' (1978), earning an Emmy nomination
  • Played Captain Ed Traxler in 'The Terminator' (1984)
  • Provided narration for 'A Hero Ain't Nothin' but a Sandwich' (1978) and hosted 'City Confidential' on A&E

Trivia

  • Was openly gay, a rarity among actors of his generation
  • His partner, architect Charles Gillan Jr., died in 2002, one year before Winfield's own death
  • Known for his distinctive, resonant voice

FAQs

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When was Paul Winfield born?

Paul Winfield was born the 22 May 1939.

Where is Paul Winfield from?

Los Angeles, California, USA.

On His Birth-Day

About May 22nd, 1939, in brief:

  • Day of the week: May 22nd, 1939 was a Monday
  • Zodiac Sign: Gemini (in western zodiac), Rabbit (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • Popular movie: Goodbye, Mr. Chips directed by Sam Wood, Sidney Franklin

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paul_Winfield
  2. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Paul-Winfield
  3. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0935129/