Viggo Mortensen - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | October 20, 1958 |
|---|---|
| Age | 67 |
| Birthplace | New York City, New York, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra - (see also Viggo Mortensen's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dog |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Portraying Aragorn in The Lord of the Rings film trilogy |
Intro
Viggo Mortensen is a Danish-American actor, author, musician, photographer, poet, and painter, best known for his role as Aragorn in the epic film trilogy 'The Lord of the Rings.' His career has spanned multiple decades, earning critical and popular acclaim for his versatility and depth across film, literature, and the arts.
Early Life & Background
Viggo Mortensen was born to a Danish father and an American mother. He spent part of his childhood in Venezuela and Argentina before moving to the United States. This multicultural upbringing contributed to his fluency in several languages and deep appreciation of different cultures.
Career Highlights
- Breakthrough role as Aragorn in 'The Lord of the Rings' trilogy (2001–2003)
- Academy Award nominations for Best Actor for 'Eastern Promises' (2007), 'Captain Fantastic' (2016), and 'Green Book' (2018)
- 'Green Book' won the Academy Award for Best Picture
- Published author, poet, and photographer with numerous exhibitions and books.
Trivia
- He is fluent in English, Danish, Spanish, and conversational in several other languages.
- Founded the independent publishing company Perceval Press.
- Known for his commitment to physically and emotionally preparing for roles, often performing his own stunts.
- An accomplished horse rider and painter.
FAQs
People also ask
Viggo Mortensen is 67 years old.
Viggo Mortensen was born the 20 October 1958.
New York City, New York, United States.
On His Birth-Day
About October 20th, 1958, in brief:
- Historical events: Sarit Thanarat, a prominent Thai military leader and politician, was born on October 20, 1958. He played a crucial role in Thailand's political landscape during the mid-20th century.
- Day of the week: October 20th, 1958 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: It's All In The Game by Tommy Edwards
- #1 UK song: Stupid Cupid / Carolina Moon by Connie Francis
- Popular movie: Auntie Mame directed by Morton DaCosta
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