Rick Moranis - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | April 18, 1953 |
|---|---|
| Age | 72 |
| Birthplace | Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries - (see also Rick Moranis's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Snake |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Comedy films including 'Ghostbusters,' 'Honey, I Shrunk the Kids,' and 'Spaceballs' |
Intro
Rick Moranis is a Canadian actor, comedian, musician, songwriter, and writer, best known for his roles in 1980s and 1990s comedy films such as 'Ghostbusters,' 'Spaceballs,' 'Little Shop of Horrors,' and 'Honey, I Shrunk the Kids.' He began his career as a radio disc jockey before becoming a prominent figure on the sketch comedy show 'Second City Television' (SCTV). Moranis gained fame for his comedic timing and memorable characters before stepping away from acting in the late 1990s to focus on his family.
Early Life & Background
Rick Moranis was born and raised in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. He attended elementary and secondary school there and later began his career as a radio disc jockey in the mid-1970s, working under the name 'Rick Allan.'
Career Highlights
- Cast member and writer for 'Second City Television' (SCTV)
- Portrayed Louis Tully in 'Ghostbusters' (1984) and its sequel
- Played Seymour Krelborn in 'Little Shop of Horrors' (1986)
- Starred as Wayne Szalinski in 'Honey, I Shrunk the Kids' (1989) and its sequels
- Starring role in 'Spaceballs' (1987) as Dark Helmet
- Nominated for Grammy Awards for his comedy album work
- Stepped away from acting in the late 1990s to focus on raising his children after his wife's death
Trivia
- Rick Moranis is also known for his musical parodies and has released Grammy-nominated comedy albums.
- He returned to acting in the 2020s for select projects, including a planned sequel to 'Honey, I Shrunk the Kids.'
- Moranis famously declined several major film offers to prioritize his family after personal loss.
FAQs
People also ask
Rick Moranis is 72 years old.
Rick Moranis was born the 18 April 1953.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
On His Birth-Day
About April 18th, 1953, in brief:
- Day of the week: April 18th, 1953 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Snake (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 UK song: She Wears Red Feathers by Guy Mitchell
- Popular movie: From Here to Eternity directed by Fred Zinnemann
Check the link for more news and curiosities on April 18th, 1953.