Robert Hardy - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | October 29, 1925 |
|---|---|
| Age | 100 |
| Birthplace | Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, England, UK |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio - (see also Robert Hardy's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Ox |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Portraying Siegfried Farnon in 'All Creatures Great and Small' and Cornelius Fudge in the 'Harry Potter' film series. |
Intro
Robert Hardy was a distinguished English actor known for his extensive career across television, film, and stage, particularly for his roles in iconic British productions such as 'All Creatures Great and Small' and the 'Harry Potter' film series.
Early Life & Background
Robert Hardy was born on October 29, 1925, in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire. He was educated at Rugby School and went on to study at Magdalen College, Oxford, where he read English under C. S. Lewis after serving as a pilot in the Royal Air Force during World War II.
Career Highlights
- Played Siegfried Farnon in the long-running BBC series 'All Creatures Great and Small' (1978–1990)
- Portrayed Cornelius Fudge, Minister for Magic, in the 'Harry Potter' film series
- Took on numerous roles in Shakespearean productions including 'Coriolanus' and 'Henry V'
- Acted in the miniseries 'The Six Wives of Henry VIII' (as Robert Dudley)
- Renowned for portrayals of Winston Churchill in several television productions
Trivia
- Was a noted scholar on medieval longbows and authored books on the subject
- Appointed Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in 1981
FAQs
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Robert Hardy is 100 years old.
Robert Hardy was born the 29 October 1925.
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, England, UK.
On His Birth-Day
About October 29th, 1925, in brief:
- Historical events: Timothy Sydney Robert Hardy, known as Robert Hardy, was born on October 29, 1925, in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, England. He was an English actor renowned for his work in theatre, film, and television.
- Day of the week: October 29th, 1925 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Scorpio (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Careless Love Blues by Bessie Smith
- Popular movie: The Gold Rush directed by Charles Chaplin
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