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Randolph Scott - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 23, 1898 |
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| Died | March 02, 1987 (age 89) |
| Birthplace | Orange County, Virginia, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius - (see also Randolph Scott's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dog |
| Generation | Lost Generation |
| Known For | Prolific American film actor, especially as a leading man in Westerns during Hollywood's Golden Age. |
Intro
Randolph Scott was an American film actor known for his roles in Westerns during the 1930s to the 1960s. Over his career, he appeared in over 100 films and became an enduring symbol of the Western genre, noted for his strong, stoic characters.
Early Life & Background
Randolph Scott was born George Randolph Scott in Orange County, Virginia. He was raised in Charlotte, North Carolina and attended Georgia Institute of Technology and the University of North Carolina before serving in World War I as an artilleryman in France.
Career Highlights
- Appeared in over 100 films between 1928 and 1962, most notably in Westerns.
- Starred in popular films like 'Ride the High Country' (1962), 'The Tall T', and 'Seven Men from Now'.
- Regular collaboration with director Budd Boetticher and actor Joel McCrea cemented his legacy in the Western genre.
- Received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for his contributions to the motion picture industry.
Trivia
- Scott was one of Hollywood's top box-office draws in the 1950s.
- He retired at the peak of his fame, rarely returning to public life afterward.
- He was known for his reserved off-screen personality and investment acumen, amassing considerable wealth throughout his life.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Randolph Scott born?
Randolph Scott was born the 23 January 1898.
Where is Randolph Scott from?
Orange County, Virginia, United States.
On His Birth-Day
About January 23rd, 1898, in brief:
- Day of the week: January 23rd, 1898 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: