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Reginald Denny - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | November 20, 1891 |
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| Died | June 16, 1967 (age 75) |
| Birthplace | Richmond, Surrey, England, UK |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio - (see also Reginald Denny's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rabbit |
| Generation | Lost Generation |
| Known For | Prolific career as a film actor in silent and sound films; pioneering work in model aviation, specifically development of radio-controlled drones for the U.S. military. |
Intro
Reginald Denny was an English actor, aviator, and inventor, prominent in Hollywood during the silent and early sound film eras. He is best known for his roles in comedies and action films, as well as for pioneering work in radio-controlled model aviation.
Early Life & Background
Reginald Denny was born into an acting family; his father, W.H. Denny, was a notable stage actor. He studied at St. Francis Xavier College and initially aspired to be an opera singer before turning to acting.
Career Highlights
- Starred in numerous silent and sound films including 'I'll Show You the Town' (1925), 'Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm' (1938), and 'Cat Ballou' (1965).
- Notable roles in comedies and action adventure films for Universal Pictures.
- Founded Reginald Denny Industries, pioneering radio-controlled model planes and later supplying targets and drones for military training during WWII.
Trivia
- Denny's love of aviation led to his significant contributions in developing remote-controlled aircraft.
- He opened a hobby shop called the Reginald Denny Hobby Shops in Hollywood, which played a key role in the early development of drones.
FAQs
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When was Reginald Denny born?
Reginald Denny was born the 20 November 1891.
Where is Reginald Denny from?
Richmond, Surrey, England, UK.
On His Birth-Day
About November 20th, 1891, in brief:
- Day of the week: November 20th, 1891 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Scorpio (in western zodiac), Rabbit (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: