Russ Tamblyn - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | December 30, 1934 |
|---|---|
| Age | 91 |
| Birthplace | Los Angeles, California, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also Russ Tamblyn's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dog |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Playing Riff in 'West Side Story' (1961), Gideon in 'Seven Brides for Seven Brothers' (1954), and Dr. Lawrence Jacoby in the TV series 'Twin Peaks.' |
Intro
Russ Tamblyn is an American actor and dancer best known for his energetic roles in musical films in the 1950s and 1960s, including his performance as Riff in 'West Side Story.' He received an Academy Award nomination early in his career and remains active in film and television.
Early Life & Background
Russ Tamblyn was born in Los Angeles, California, to actors Sally Aileen (Triplett) and Eddie Tamblyn. He began acting as a child, showing early talent in acrobatics and dance, which paved the way for his musical film career.
Career Highlights
- Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for 'Peyton Place' (1957)
- Starred as Riff in 'West Side Story' (1961)
- Featured as Gideon in 'Seven Brides for Seven Brothers' (1954)
- Played Dr. Lawrence Jacoby in 'Twin Peaks' (1990–1991, 2017)
- Appeared in numerous films and TV shows from the 1940s to the 2010s
Trivia
- Russ Tamblyn is the father of actress Amber Tamblyn.
- He is also a trained gymnast and acrobat, which contributed to his energetic dance style in films.
- Tamblyn appeared in both the original and the 2017 revival of 'Twin Peaks.'
FAQs
People also ask
Russ Tamblyn is 91 years old.
Russ Tamblyn was born the 30 December 1934.
Los Angeles, California, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About December 30th, 1934, in brief:
- Day of the week: December 30th, 1934 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: All Through the Night by Paul Whiteman & His Orchestra
- Popular movie: The Thin Man directed by W.S. Van Dyke
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