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Tom Berenger - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | May 31, 1949 |
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| Age | 76 |
| Birthplace | Chicago, Illinois, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini - (see also Tom Berenger's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Ox |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Oscar-nominated performance as Sgt. Barnes in 'Platoon' (1986); roles in 'The Big Chill' (1983), 'Major League' (1989), and the TV miniseries 'Hatfields & McCoys' (2012). |
Intro
Tom Berenger is an American actor best known for his roles in films such as 'Platoon,' 'The Big Chill,' and 'Major League.' He has enjoyed a lengthy career in both film and television, earning acclaim for his versatile performances.
Early Life & Background
Tom Berenger was born Thomas Michael Moore. He attended the University of Missouri, where he majored in journalism before deciding to pursue acting. After graduation, he worked in regional theater and eventually moved to New York City to begin his professional acting career.
Career Highlights
- Received an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor for 'Platoon' (1986)
- Starred in 'The Big Chill' (1983)
- Played Jake Taylor in 'Major League' (1989) and its sequels
- Appeared in 'Inception' (2010)
- Won a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Miniseries or Movie for 'Hatfields & McCoys' (2012)
Trivia
- Stage name 'Berenger' was adopted after discovering another actor named Tom Moore.
- Worked as a bellman at the Chateau Marmont Hotel in Los Angeles during the early part of his career.
- Has German and Irish ancestry.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Tom Berenger?
Tom Berenger is 76 years old.
When was Tom Berenger born?
Tom Berenger was born the 31 May 1949.
Where is Tom Berenger from?
Chicago, Illinois, United States.
On His Birth-Day
About May 31st, 1949, in brief:
- Historical events: The first perjury trial of Alger Hiss, a former U.S. State Department official accused of espionage, began on May 31, 1949, in New York before Judge Samuel Kaufman. The trial ended in a hung jury on July 7, 1949.
- Day of the week: May 31st, 1949 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Gemini (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Again by Tommy Dorsey & His Orchestra
- Popular movie: Little Women directed by Mervyn LeRoy
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