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Peter Capaldi - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | April 14, 1958 |
|---|---|
| Age | 68 |
| Birthplace | Glasgow, Scotland, UK |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries - (see also Peter Capaldi's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dog |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Playing the Twelfth Doctor in 'Doctor Who'; starring as Malcolm Tucker in 'The Thick of It'; Academy Award-winning director for 'Franz Kafka's It's a Wonderful Life.' |
Intro
Peter Capaldi is a Scottish actor, director, and writer, best known for his role as the Twelfth Doctor in the iconic BBC television series 'Doctor Who' and as Malcolm Tucker in the political satire series 'The Thick of It.'
Early Life & Background
Peter Capaldi was born and raised in Glasgow, Scotland. He attended St Teresa's Primary School in Possilpark and later St Matthew's Primary School in Bishopbriggs before moving on to St Ninian's High School, Kirkintilloch. Capaldi later studied at the Glasgow School of Art.
Career Highlights
- Starred as the Twelfth Doctor in 'Doctor Who' (2013–2017)
- Played political spin doctor Malcolm Tucker in 'The Thick of It' (2005–2012)
- Won the Academy Award for Best Live Action Short Film for directing 'Franz Kafka's It's a Wonderful Life' (1995)
- Directed several television episodes and short films
- Appeared in films such as 'Local Hero' (1983), 'Paddington' (2014), and 'World War Z' (2013)
Trivia
- Peter Capaldi is the only actor to have played both a Doctor and another character (Caecilius in 'The Fires of Pompeii') in the 'Doctor Who' universe before becoming the Doctor.
- He is an accomplished illustrator, having designed promotional materials for his college's productions.
- Was a fan of 'Doctor Who' as a child, even writing fan letters to the BBC.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Peter Capaldi?
Peter Capaldi is 68 years old.
When was Peter Capaldi born?
Peter Capaldi was born the 14 April 1958.
Where is Peter Capaldi from?
Glasgow, Scotland, UK.
On His Birth-Day
About April 14th, 1958, in brief:
- Historical events: On April 14, 1958, Sputnik 2 re-entered Earth's atmosphere, marking the end of its mission that included the first living creature, Laika, in space. Laika's journey provided valuable data on the effects of space travel on living organisms.
- Day of the week: April 14th, 1958 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Tequila by The Champs
- #1 UK song: Whole Lotta Woman by Marvin Rainwater
- Popular movie: Auntie Mame directed by Morton DaCosta
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