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Reg Varney - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | July 11, 1916 |
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| Died | November 16, 2008 (age 92) |
| Birthplace | Canning Town, London, England |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer - (see also Reg Varney's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dragon |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Starring as Stan Butler in the television sitcom 'On the Buses' (1969–1973) |
Intro
Reg Varney was an English actor, comedian, and entertainer best known for his starring role as Stan Butler in the popular British sitcom 'On the Buses.'
Early Life & Background
Reg Varney was born in Canning Town, London, and grew up in a working-class family. He showed early talents for piano, which he played at local events before eventually entering the entertainment industry.
Career Highlights
- Portrayed Stan Butler in 'On the Buses' (1969–1973)
- Appeared in TV series such as 'The Rag Trade' and 'The Benny Hill Show'
- Starred in films including adaptations of 'On the Buses'
- Was the first person in the world to use an ATM, for publicity in 1967
Trivia
- Reg Varney was chosen for a publicity stunt as the first person to use the world's first ATM at Barclay's Bank in Enfield, north London, in 1967.
- He was also a talented pianist and started his career as a musical entertainer before moving into acting.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Reg Varney born?
Reg Varney was born the 11 July 1916.
Where is Reg Varney from?
Canning Town, London, England.
On His Birth-Day
About July 11th, 1916, in brief:
- Historical events: The Federal Aid Road Act of 1916, also known as the Bankhead–Shackleford Act, was enacted on July 11, 1916. This legislation marked the first federal highway funding in the United States, providing $75 million in matching funds to states for the construction of rural post roads over a five-year period.
- Day of the week: July 11th, 1916 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Over the Waves Waltz by Pietro Deiro
- Popular movie: directed by D.W. Griffith
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