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Steve Coogan - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | October 14, 1965 |
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| Age | 60 |
| Birthplace | Middleton, Greater Manchester, England, UK |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra - (see also Steve Coogan's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Snake |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Best known for creating and portraying the comedic character Alan Partridge and for his work in movies such as 'Philomena.' |
Intro
Steve Coogan is a British actor, comedian, writer, and producer best known for his character Alan Partridge and his work in television, film, and stand-up comedy.
Early Life & Background
Steve Coogan was born in Middleton, Greater Manchester, England, in 1965. He grew up in a working-class Irish Catholic family and attended Cardinal Langley RC Grammar School. He later trained as an actor at the Manchester Metropolitan School of Theatre.
Career Highlights
- Co-created and performed the character Alan Partridge on radio and television, leading to BAFTA-winning series such as 'I'm Alan Partridge.'
- Co-wrote and starred in 'Philomena' (2013), earning Academy Award and BAFTA nominations.
- Established a successful voice acting career, including work on 'Spitting Image' and the ITV series 'Saxondale.'
- Created, wrote, and starred in the 'The Trip' series alongside Rob Brydon.
- Awarded multiple BAFTAs, British Comedy Awards, and other accolades for his contributions to comedy and film.
Trivia
- Steve Coogan has credited his Catholic upbringing and Irish heritage as significant influences on his comedy.
- He is a passionate critic of press intrusion and was a prominent supporter of the Leveson Inquiry into media ethics.
- Coogan co-owns the production company Baby Cow Productions.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Steve Coogan?
Steve Coogan is 60 years old.
When was Steve Coogan born?
Steve Coogan was born the 14 October 1965.
Where is Steve Coogan from?
Middleton, Greater Manchester, England, UK.
On His Birth-Day
About October 14th, 1965, in brief:
- Historical events: On October 14, 1965, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Immigration and Nationality Act of 1965, also known as the Hart-Celler Act, which abolished the National Origins Formula and established a new immigration policy based on reuniting immigrant families and attracting skilled labor to the United States.
- Day of the week: October 14th, 1965 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Snake (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Yesterday by The Beatles
- #1 UK song: Tears by Ken Dodd
- Popular movie: The Sound of Music directed by Robert Wise
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