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Rob Marshall - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | October 17, 1960 |
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| Age | 65 |
| Birthplace | Madison, Wisconsin, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra - (see also Rob Marshall's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Directing and choreographing film musicals, notably 'Chicago', 'Memoirs of a Geisha', and 'Mary Poppins Returns' |
Intro
Rob Marshall is an acclaimed American film and theater director, producer, and choreographer, best known for directing the Academy Award-winning film adaptation of 'Chicago' and several other major Hollywood musicals.
Early Life & Background
Rob Marshall was born and raised in Madison, Wisconsin. He attended Carnegie Mellon University, where he studied musical theater. Marshall began his career as a dancer and transitioned to choreography and direction after a back injury.
Career Highlights
- Directed and choreographed the film 'Chicago' (2002), which won the Academy Award for Best Picture
- Directed 'Memoirs of a Geisha' (2005)
- Directed the film adaptations of 'Nine' (2009) and 'Into the Woods' (2014)
- Directed 'Mary Poppins Returns' (2018)
- Won several awards for his work in theater and film, including Emmy and Tony Awards nominations
Trivia
- Marshall began his career as a Broadway dancer before turning to choreography and direction due to an injury.
- He is openly gay and has been in a long-term relationship with producer John DeLuca.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Rob Marshall?
Rob Marshall is 65 years old.
When was Rob Marshall born?
Rob Marshall was born the 17 October 1960.
Where is Rob Marshall from?
Madison, Wisconsin, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About October 17th, 1960, in brief:
- Historical events: The musical 'Tenderloin' premiered on October 17, 1960, at the 46th Street Theatre in New York City. Directed by George Abbott, the production ran for 216 performances and featured Maurice Evans as Reverend Brock. The score included the song 'Artificial Flowers,' which became a popular hit when recorded by Bobby Darrin.
- Day of the week: October 17th, 1960 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Save The Last Dance For Me by The Drifters
- #1 UK song: Tell Laura I Love Her by Ricky Valance
- Popular movie: Psycho directed by Alfred Hitchcock
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