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Roger Rees - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | May 05, 1944 |
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| Died | July 10, 2015 (age 71) |
| Birthplace | Aberystwyth, Cardiganshire, Wales, UK |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus - (see also Roger Rees's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Monkey |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Tony-winning lead in 'The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby', Robin Colcord on 'Cheers', Lord John Marbury on 'The West Wing' |
Intro
Roger Rees was a Welsh actor and director best known for his work on stage and television, including his Tony Award-winning performance in 'The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby' and his role as Robin Colcord on the TV series 'Cheers.'
Early Life & Background
Roger Rees was born in Aberystwyth, Wales, and grew up in London. He originally studied art at the Camberwell College of Arts in London before turning to acting, training at the Slade School of Fine Art and joining the Royal Shakespeare Company.
Career Highlights
- Won the Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play for 'The Life and Adventures of Nicholas Nickleby' (1982)
- Portrayed Robin Colcord in the popular TV series 'Cheers'
- Played Lord John Marbury in 'The West Wing'
- Appeared in films such as 'Frida', 'The Prestige', and 'Robin Hood: Men in Tights'
- Served as artistic director of the Williamstown Theatre Festival (2004-2007)
Trivia
- Naturalized American citizen after moving to the US.
- Became known for both comedic and dramatic roles on stage and screen.
- Married playwright Rick Elice in 2011.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Roger Rees born?
Roger Rees was born the 5 May 1944.
Where is Roger Rees from?
Aberystwyth, Cardiganshire, Wales, UK.
On His Birth-Day
About May 5th, 1944, in brief:
- Historical events: On May 5, 1944, Soviet forces launched a significant assault on Sevastopol, a key naval base in Crimea, as part of the Crimean Offensive during World War II. This operation aimed to liberate the city from German occupation. The offensive continued until May 9, culminating in the capture of Sevastopol.
- Day of the week: May 5th, 1944 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Long Ago (and Far Away) by Perry Como
- Popular movie: Jamboree directed by Joseph Santley
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