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William Peter Blatty - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 07, 1928 |
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| Age | 98 |
| Birthplace | New York City, New York, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also William Peter Blatty's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rabbit |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Author of 'The Exorcist' and screenwriter/producer of its film adaptation. |
Intro
William Peter Blatty was an American writer and filmmaker, best known for writing the novel 'The Exorcist' and adapting it into an Oscar-winning film.
Early Life & Background
Blatty was born in New York City to Lebanese immigrant parents. He was raised in relative poverty in Brooklyn, attending Jesuit schools thanks to scholarships.
Career Highlights
- Published 'The Exorcist' (1971), a bestselling horror novel.
- Adapted 'The Exorcist' into the hit film (1973), winning the Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay.
- Also wrote and directed 'The Ninth Configuration' (1980) and 'The Exorcist III' (1990).
Trivia
- Blatty initially had a career as a comedy writer before 'The Exorcist' brought him international fame.
- He appeared in a cameo in 'The Exorcist III'.
- Blatty served in the United States Air Force before pursuing writing full time.
FAQs
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How old is William Peter Blatty?
William Peter Blatty is 98 years old.
When was William Peter Blatty born?
William Peter Blatty was born the 7 January 1928.
Where is William Peter Blatty from?
New York City, New York, United States.
On His Birth-Day
About January 7th, 1928, in brief:
- Historical events: The Great Thames Flood occurred on January 7, 1928, causing widespread damage and leading to significant changes in flood management policies.
- Day of the week: January 7th, 1928 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Rabbit (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: Four Sons directed by John Ford
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