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Simon Reeve - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | September 06, 1961 |
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| Age | 64 |
| Birthplace | London, England, UK |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo - (see also Simon Reeve's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Ox |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Travel documentaries for BBC, including 'Tropics of Cancer', 'Tropics of Capricorn', and 'Mediterranean with Simon Reeve'. |
Intro
Simon Reeve is a British author, television presenter, and journalist best known for his travel documentaries for the BBC, where he explores global destinations, often highlighting political, environmental, and social issues.
Early Life & Background
Simon Reeve was born in London and grew up in West London. He faced a difficult childhood and adolescence, including problems with depression and unemployment before finding work as a postboy at The Sunday Times, which marked the beginning of his journalistic career.[1][2]
Career Highlights
- Became known for investigative journalism, including work on the 1993 World Trade Center bombing.[2]
- Presented numerous acclaimed BBC travel documentaries, such as 'Equator', 'Tropic of Capricorn', 'Tropic of Cancer', 'Australia with Simon Reeve', and 'Mediterranean with Simon Reeve'.[1][2]
- Authored several books, including 'The New Jackals', the first book on al-Qaeda published after the 9/11 attacks.[2]
- Recipient of multiple awards for broadcasting, including a One World Broadcasting Trust Award and a prestigious Royal Geographical Society award.[1][2]
Trivia
- Left school with just one GCSE and battled depression before rising to prominence.[2]
- Traveled to over 120 countries for his documentaries.[1]
- Known for highlighting conservation and humanitarian issues in his travel programs.[1]
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Simon Reeve?
Simon Reeve is 64 years old.
When was Simon Reeve born?
Simon Reeve was born the 6 September 1961.
Where is Simon Reeve from?
London, England, UK.
On His Birth-Day
About September 6th, 1961, in brief:
- Historical events: On September 6, 1961, the Soviet Union conducted a high-altitude nuclear test, known as Test No. 88, at Kapustin Yar, a military test range in Astrakhan. The test involved launching a nuclear warhead atop a R-5M rocket, which detonated at an altitude of 22.7 kilometers, releasing an estimated yield of 10.5 kilotons. This test was part of the Soviet Union's efforts to develop anti-ballistic missile systems and study the effects of nuclear explosions at high altitudes.
- Day of the week: September 6th, 1961 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Michael by The Highwaymen
- #1 UK song: Johnny Remember Me by John Leyton
- Popular movie: West Side Story directed by Jerome Robbins, Robert Wise
Check the link for more news and curiosities on September 6th, 1961.