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Ray Walston - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | November 02, 1914 |
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| Died | January 01, 2001 (age 86) |
| Birthplace | Laurel, Mississippi, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio - (see also Ray Walston's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Tiger |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Starring as Uncle Martin in 'My Favorite Martian' and Mr. Hand in 'Fast Times at Ridgemont High'. |
Intro
Ray Walston was an American actor and comedian best known for his television and film roles spanning seven decades, including iconic performances in 'My Favorite Martian', 'South Pacific', and 'Fast Times at Ridgemont High.'
Early Life & Background
Ray Walston was born in Laurel, Mississippi. He showed an early interest in performing and appeared in amateur theatre productions as a child before moving with his family to New Orleans, where he later began his professional acting career.
Career Highlights
- Portrayed Uncle Martin (the Martian) in the TV sitcom 'My Favorite Martian' (1963–1966)
- Starred as Luther Billis in the film adaptation of 'South Pacific' (1958)
- Played Mr. Hand in the cult classic teen comedy 'Fast Times at Ridgemont High' (1982)
- Won a Tony Award for Best Actor in a Musical for 'Damn Yankees' (1956)
- Had recurring roles in the television series 'Picket Fences', earning two Primetime Emmy Awards
Trivia
- Ray Walston appeared in both serious dramas and broad comedies throughout his career.
- He was renowned for his distinctive looks and comedic timing.
- His role as Mr. Hand remains one of the most quoted from 'Fast Times at Ridgemont High.'
FAQs
People also ask
When was Ray Walston born?
Ray Walston was born the 2 November 1914.
Where is Ray Walston from?
Laurel, Mississippi, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About November 2nd, 1914, in brief:
- Historical events: The musical 'The Only Girl,' composed by Victor Herbert with a book and lyrics by Henry Blossom, premiered at the 39th Street Theatre in New York City on November 2, 1914. The production ran for 240 performances before transferring to the Lyric Theatre, where it concluded on June 5, 1915.
- Day of the week: November 2nd, 1914 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Scorpio (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Memphis Blues by Prince's Orchestra
- Popular movie: directed by D.W. Griffith
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