Peter Weller - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | June 24, 1947 |
|---|---|
| Age | 78 |
| Birthplace | Stevens Point, Wisconsin, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer - (see also Peter Weller's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Pig |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Best known for playing RoboCop in 'RoboCop' (1987) and 'RoboCop 2' (1990). |
Intro
Peter Weller is an American actor, director, and academic, widely known for his work in film and television, particularly for his iconic role as the title character in the 'RoboCop' film series.
Early Life & Background
Peter Weller was born on June 24, 1947, in Stevens Point, Wisconsin. He grew up in a military family due to his father's career as a federal judge and helicopter pilot for the U.S. Army. Weller attended the University of North Texas, earning a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre, and later pursued a Master of Arts degree at Syracuse University.
Career Highlights
- Starred as Alex Murphy/RoboCop in 'RoboCop' (1987) and 'RoboCop 2' (1990).
- Appeared in films such as 'The Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension' (1984) and 'Naked Lunch' (1991).
- Directed episodes for television series including 'Sons of Anarchy' and 'Longmire'.
- Nominated for a Saturn Award for his performance in 'RoboCop'.
Trivia
- Peter Weller holds a Ph.D. in Italian Renaissance Art History from UCLA.
- He has lectured at Syracuse University and other academic institutions.
- Weller was once a jazz trumpet player.
FAQs
People also ask
Peter Weller is 78 years old.
Peter Weller was born the 24 June 1947.
Stevens Point, Wisconsin, United States.
On His Birth-Day
About June 24th, 1947, in brief:
- Historical events: On June 24, 1947, Jackie Robinson stole home plate for the first time in his Major League Baseball career. Playing for the Brooklyn Dodgers against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Forbes Field, Robinson's steal occurred in the fifth inning, contributing to the Dodgers' 4-2 victory.
- Day of the week: June 24th, 1947 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Peg O' My Heart by Buddy Clark
- Popular movie: The Fugitive directed by John Ford
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