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William Hurt

William Hurt - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornMarch 20, 1950
DiedMarch 13, 2022 (age 71)
BirthplaceWashington, D.C., USA
Zodiac SignPisces - (see also William Hurt's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacTiger
GenerationBaby Boomer Generation
Known ForAcademy Award-winning actor, known for roles in 'Kiss of the Spider Woman', 'Broadcast News', and 'The Big Chill'.

Intro

William Hurt was an acclaimed American actor known for his versatile film roles and for winning the Academy Award for Best Actor. He was celebrated for his work in both stage and screen, rising to prominence during the 1980s with a series of critically acclaimed performances.

Early Life & Background

William Hurt was born to Claire Isabel (McGill), a museum worker, and Alfred Hurt, who worked for the State Department. His parents divorced, and he spent part of his childhood in Lahore, Mogadishu, and Khartoum due to his father's postings. He later attended Tufts University before studying acting at Juilliard School.

Career Highlights

  • Won the Academy Award for Best Actor for 'Kiss of the Spider Woman' (1985)
  • Received three consecutive Academy Award nominations for 'Kiss of the Spider Woman', 'Children of a Lesser God' (1986), and 'Broadcast News' (1987)
  • Appeared in influential films such as 'Body Heat' (1981), 'The Big Chill' (1983), and 'A History of Violence' (2005)
  • Received a Tony Award nomination for his stage work

Trivia

  • Fluent in French.
  • Frequently worked with director Lawrence Kasdan.
  • Was a licensed pilot.

FAQs

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When was William Hurt born?

William Hurt was born the 20 March 1950.

Where is William Hurt from?

Washington, D.C., USA.

On His Birth-Day

About March 20th, 1950, in brief:

  • Historical events: On March 20, 1950, the Polish government initiated a campaign to confiscate property belonging to the Catholic Church. This move was part of a broader effort to assert state control over religious institutions during a period of increasing communist influence.
  • Day of the week: March 20th, 1950 was a Monday
  • Zodiac Sign: Pisces (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: If I Knew You Were Comin' I'd've Baked A Cake by Georgia Gibbs
  • Popular movie: All About Eve directed by Joseph L. Mankiewicz

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_Hurt
  2. https://www.britannica.com/biography/William-Hurt
  3. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000457/