Richard O'Brien - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | March 25, 1942 |
|---|---|
| Age | 84 |
| Birthplace | Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, England, UK |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries - (see also Richard O'Brien's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Horse |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Creator of 'The Rocky Horror Show' and co-writer/actor in 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show' |
Intro
Richard O'Brien is a British-American actor, writer, musician, and television presenter best known for creating the cult classic musical 'The Rocky Horror Show' and its film adaptation, 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show.'
Early Life & Background
Richard O'Brien was born Richard Timothy Smith in Cheltenham, England. In 1951, his family emigrated to New Zealand, where he spent his childhood before returning to England as a young adult. He developed a passion for film, particularly sci-fi and horror, which heavily influenced his later work.
Career Highlights
- Created and wrote the musical 'The Rocky Horror Show' (1973)
- Played Riff Raff and co-wrote the screenplay for 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show' (1975)
- Hosted the UK television game show 'The Crystal Maze' (1990–1993, 2016)
- Performed in numerous stage and screen roles, including 'Shock Treatment' (1981) and various West End productions
Trivia
- Changed his name to O'Brien in the 1960s
- Is an avid supporter of LGBTQ+ rights and is openly gender fluid
- Obtained dual British and New Zealand citizenship
FAQs
People also ask
Richard O'Brien is 84 years old.
Richard O'Brien was born the 25 March 1942.
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, England, UK.
On His Birth-Day
About March 25th, 1942, in brief:
- Historical events: On March 25, 1942, the first deportations of Jews from the Lublin district to the Belzec extermination camp began. This marked a significant escalation in the Nazi regime's systematic extermination of Jews during the Holocaust.
- Day of the week: March 25th, 1942 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: This Gun for Hire directed by Frank Tuttle
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