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Scott Wilson

Scott Wilson - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornMarch 29, 1942
Age84
BirthplaceThomasville, Georgia, USA
Zodiac SignAries - (see also Scott Wilson's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacHorse
GenerationSilent Generation
Known ForPortrayal of Hershel Greene on 'The Walking Dead' and films like 'In Cold Blood' and 'The Great Gatsby'.

Intro

Scott Wilson was an American actor best known for his roles in acclaimed films such as 'In Cold Blood', 'The Great Gatsby', and as Hershel Greene on the television series 'The Walking Dead'. His versatile career spanned over five decades during which he appeared in numerous major movies and television productions.

Early Life & Background

Scott Wilson was born and raised in Thomasville, Georgia. He moved to Atlanta after high school, where a chance encounter led him into acting, ultimately prompting a move to Los Angeles to pursue his acting career.[1][2]

Career Highlights

  • Received critical acclaim for his first major role as Dick Hickock in 'In Cold Blood' (1967)
  • Played George Wilson in 'The Great Gatsby' (1974)
  • Portrayed Captain Billy Cupshaw in the cult classic 'The Ninth Configuration' (1980), earning a Golden Globe nomination
  • Played Hershel Greene in 'The Walking Dead' (2011–2014, 2018)
  • Received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2017

Trivia

  • Wilson initially considered becoming a professional athlete before an illness shifted his ambitions toward acting.[2]
  • He was nominated for the Golden Globe Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in 'The Ninth Configuration'.[3]
  • He made guest appearances on TV shows including 'CSI: Crime Scene Investigation' and 'The OA'.[4]

FAQs

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How old is Scott Wilson?

Scott Wilson is 84 years old.

When was Scott Wilson born?

Scott Wilson was born the 29 March 1942.

Where is Scott Wilson from?

Thomasville, Georgia, USA.

On His Birth-Day

About March 29th, 1942, in brief:

  • Historical events: On March 29, 1942, British politician Stafford Cripps arrived in India to negotiate with Indian leaders for support in World War II, offering them greater self-governance in return.
  • Day of the week: March 29th, 1942 was a Sunday
  • Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • Popular movie: This Gun for Hire directed by Frank Tuttle

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scott_Wilson_(actor)
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0933590/
  3. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Scott-Wilson