Sam Waterston - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | November 15, 1940 |
|---|---|
| Age | 85 |
| Birthplace | Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio - (see also Sam Waterston's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dragon |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Portraying Jack McCoy on 'Law & Order', film roles in 'The Killing Fields', 'The Great Gatsby' (1974), and his work in theatre. |
Intro
Sam Waterston is an acclaimed American actor, producer, and director, best known for his longtime role as Jack McCoy on NBC's 'Law & Order.' His career spans film, television, and stage, earning him critical and popular recognition.
Early Life & Background
Sam Waterston was born to Alice Tucker (née Atkinson), a landscape painter, and George Chychele Waterston, a semanticist and language teacher. He attended the Groton School and later graduated from Yale University. He also studied at the Sorbonne in Paris and the American Actors Workshop.
Career Highlights
- Played Jack McCoy on 'Law & Order' from 1994, becoming one of the longest-running cast members.
- Earned an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor for 'The Killing Fields' (1984).
- Received a Golden Globe Award for 'I'll Fly Away' and numerous Emmy nominations.
- Broad stage career, including Tony-nominated performances and noted Shakespearean roles.
Trivia
- Waterston has served as the chairman of the board of Oceana, an organization focused on ocean conservation.
- He was awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2010.
- His daughter, Katherine Waterston, is an accomplished actress.
FAQs
People also ask
Sam Waterston is 85 years old.
Sam Waterston was born the 15 November 1940.
Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About November 15th, 1940, in brief:
- Historical events: The German air raid on Coventry on November 15, 1940, was part of the ongoing Blitz campaign, resulting in widespread damage and civilian casualties in the city.
- Day of the week: November 15th, 1940 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Scorpio (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Down Argentina Way by Bob Crosby & His Orchestra
- Popular movie: The Grapes of Wrath directed by John Ford
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