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Robert Shaw - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | April 30, 1916 |
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| Died | August 28, 1978 (age 62) |
| Birthplace | Westhoughton, Lancashire, England, UK |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus - (see also Robert Shaw's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dragon |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Acclaimed performances in 'Jaws' (as Quint), 'The Sting', 'From Russia with Love', and as a novelist and playwright. |
Intro
Robert Shaw was an English actor, novelist, and playwright, renowned for his powerful performances in both film and theater. He gained international fame for his roles in blockbuster films such as 'Jaws' and 'The Sting.'
Early Life & Background
Robert Shaw was born to Doreen Nora, a nurse, and Thomas Archer Shaw, a physician. After his father's suicide in 1932, Shaw was raised by his mother in Scotland. He was educated at Truro School and later trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art.
Career Highlights
- Portrayed Quint in 'Jaws' (1975), earning widespread acclaim.
- Played Doyle Lonnegan in 'The Sting' (1973), an Academy Award-winning film.
- Appeared as Red Grant in the James Bond film 'From Russia with Love' (1963).
- Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in 'A Man for All Seasons' (1966).
- Wrote several novels, including 'The Hiding Place' and 'The Sun Doctor'.
Trivia
- Shaw was also a successful novelist and playwright, publishing several novels during his career.
- He died suddenly of a heart attack in Ireland at age 51.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Robert Shaw born?
Robert Shaw was born the 30 April 1916.
Where is Robert Shaw from?
Westhoughton, Lancashire, England, UK.
On His Birth-Day
About April 30th, 1916, in brief:
- Historical events: On April 30, 1916, Claude Shannon, an American mathematician and electrical engineer, was born. He is widely regarded as the father of information theory and made significant contributions to digital circuit design and cryptography.
- Day of the week: April 30th, 1916 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Beautiful Isle of Somewhere by John McCormack
- Popular movie: directed by D.W. Griffith
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