Victor McLaglen - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | December 10, 1886 |
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| Died | November 07, 1959 (age 72) |
| Birthplace | Tunbridge Wells, Kent, England, UK |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius - (see also Victor McLaglen's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dog |
| Known For | Academy Award-winning actor, especially for roles in 'The Informer' and collaborations with John Ford and John Wayne. |
Intro
Victor McLaglen was a British-born actor and former boxer, best known for his roles in many classic films including "The Informer" (1935), for which he won the Academy Award for Best Actor, and his frequent collaborations with director John Ford and actor John Wayne. He was a prominent figure in Hollywood during the 1930s and 1940s, often cast in tough, robust characters.
Early Life & Background
Victor McLaglen was born to British parents in Kent, England. He briefly attended the Royal Military College, Sandhurst, but left to pursue an active and adventurous life, including a period as a prizefighter and world traveler before entering the film industry.
Career Highlights
- Won the Academy Award for Best Actor for 'The Informer' (1935)
- Starred in many John Ford films including 'She Wore a Yellow Ribbon' (1949) and 'The Quiet Man' (1952)
- Appeared in 'Gunga Din' (1939) and 'Fort Apache' (1948)
- Nominated for a second Academy Award for 'The Quiet Man' (1952)
Trivia
- Victor McLaglen was a professional heavyweight boxer before becoming an actor.
- He served with the British Army during World War I.
FAQs
People also ask
Victor McLaglen was born the 10 December 1886.
Tunbridge Wells, Kent, England, UK.
On His Birth-Day
About December 10th, 1886, in brief:
- Day of the week: December 10th, 1886 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: