Ridley Scott - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | November 30, 1937 |
|---|---|
| Age | 88 |
| Birthplace | South Shields, County Durham, England, UK |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius - (see also Ridley Scott's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Ox |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Directing iconic films including 'Alien' (1979), 'Blade Runner' (1982), 'Gladiator' (2000), and 'The Martian' (2015) |
Intro
Ridley Scott is a renowned English film director and producer, known for his influential work in the science fiction, historical, and thriller genres. He is celebrated for directing classics such as 'Alien', 'Blade Runner', 'Gladiator', and 'The Martian'. Over his extensive career, Scott has garnered numerous accolades, including Academy Award nominations and BAFTA wins, and is recognized for his visually distinctive and innovative storytelling.
Early Life & Background
Ridley Scott was born in South Shields, County Durham, England, on November 30, 1937. He grew up in an army family, with much of his early childhood spent moving between military bases in England and Europe. Scott attended West Hartlepool College of Art and later the Royal College of Art in London where he studied graphic design and advertising, fields that helped influence his highly visual directing style.
Career Highlights
- Directed the sci-fi horror classic 'Alien' (1979)
- Helmed 'Blade Runner' (1982), a landmark in science fiction cinema
- Won the Academy Award for Best Picture as a producer of 'Gladiator' (2000) and was nominated for Best Director
- Directed 'Thelma & Louise' (1991), earning another Academy Award nomination
- Received critical acclaim for 'Black Hawk Down' (2001) and 'The Martian' (2015)
- Knighted in the UK for services to the British film industry in 2003
Trivia
- Founder of Scott Free Productions, a successful film and television production company, along with his late brother Tony Scott
- Frequently collaborates with composer Hans Zimmer
- Named his production company after the nickname 'Ridley Scott Free'
- Director's cut versions of his films, especially 'Blade Runner', have achieved cult status
FAQs
People also ask
Ridley Scott is 88 years old.
Ridley Scott was born the 30 November 1937.
South Shields, County Durham, England, UK.
On His Birth-Day
About November 30th, 1937, in brief:
- Day of the week: November 30th, 1937 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: True Confession by Larry Clinton & His Orchestra
- Popular movie: Lost Horizon directed by Frank Capra
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