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Philip Casnoff

Philip Casnoff - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornAugust 03, 1949
Age76
BirthplacePhiladelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Zodiac SignLeo - (see also Philip Casnoff's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacOx
GenerationBaby Boomer Generation
Known ForStarred as Elkanah Bent in the 'North and South' miniseries and portrayed Frank Sinatra in the TV film 'Sinatra'.

Intro

Philip Casnoff is an American actor, director, and singer best known for his work in television, film, and stage productions. He has appeared in notable TV miniseries such as 'North and South' and 'Sinatra,' and has an extensive career on Broadway and in musical theater.

Early Life & Background

Philip Casnoff was born and raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He attended Central High School in Philadelphia and later graduated from Wesleyan University in 1971.

Career Highlights

  • Played Elkanah Bent in the television miniseries 'North and South' (1985–1994)
  • Portrayed Frank Sinatra in the TV movie 'Sinatra' (1992)
  • Appeared in Broadway productions, including 'Chicago,' 'Chess,' and 'Shogun: The Musical'
  • Directed stage productions and appeared as a guest in various TV series such as 'CSI,' 'Numbers,' 'Law & Order,' and 'Oz'

Trivia

  • He is married to actress Roxanne Hart.
  • Performed as Billy Flynn in the Broadway revival of 'Chicago.'
  • He has a son with Roxanne Hart.

FAQs

People also ask

How old is Philip Casnoff?

Philip Casnoff is 76 years old.

When was Philip Casnoff born?

Philip Casnoff was born the 3 August 1949.

Where is Philip Casnoff from?

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S..

On His Birth-Day

About August 3rd, 1949, in brief:

  • Historical events: On August 3, 1949, the Dutch upper house ratified the NATO treaty, solidifying the Netherlands' commitment to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization. This was a key moment in the establishment of NATO as a military alliance.
  • Day of the week: August 3rd, 1949 was a Wednesday
  • Zodiac Sign: Leo (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: Someday by Vaughn Monroe & His Orchestra
  • Popular movie: Little Women directed by Mervyn LeRoy

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Philip_Casnoff
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0144333/