Woody Harrelson - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | July 23, 1961 |
|---|---|
| Age | 64 |
| Birthplace | Midland, Texas, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo - (see also Woody Harrelson's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Ox |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Award-winning actor known for TV's 'Cheers' and films like 'Natural Born Killers,' 'The People vs. Larry Flynt,' and 'Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri.' |
Intro
Woody Harrelson is an American actor and playwright known for his wide-ranging roles in television and film. He first rose to prominence as bartender Woody Boyd on the sitcom 'Cheers,' which earned him an Emmy Award, and later became a successful film actor with acclaimed performances in movies such as 'Natural Born Killers,' 'The People vs. Larry Flynt,' 'No Country for Old Men,' 'Zombieland,' and 'Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri.'
Early Life & Background
Woody Harrelson was born to Diane Lou and Charles Harrelson in Midland, Texas, and raised in Lebanon, Ohio. His father was a convicted hitman, which impacted Harrelson's early life. He attended Hanover College in Indiana, where he studied theater and English.
Career Highlights
- Won an Emmy Award for playing Woody Boyd on 'Cheers'
- Oscar-nominated for 'The People vs. Larry Flynt,' 'The Messenger,' and 'Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri'
- Critical roles in 'Natural Born Killers,' 'No Country for Old Men,' 'Zombieland,' 'True Detective,' and 'The Hunger Games' series
Trivia
- Harrelson is a vegan and an outspoken environmental activist.
- He is known for his advocacy of marijuana legalization.
- His father, Charles Harrelson, was convicted for the assassination of a federal judge.
FAQs
People also ask
Woody Harrelson is 64 years old.
Woody Harrelson was born the 23 July 1961.
Midland, Texas, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About July 23rd, 1961, in brief:
- Historical events: The Sandinista National Liberation Front (FSLN) was founded on July 23, 1961, in Nicaragua. This revolutionary group aimed to overthrow the Somoza dictatorship and promote social justice in the country. The FSLN would later play a significant role in Nicaraguan politics and the Sandinista Revolution.
- Day of the week: July 23rd, 1961 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Leo (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Tossin' And Turnin' by Bobby Lewis
- #1 UK song: Runaway by Del Shannon
- Popular movie: West Side Story directed by Jerome Robbins, Robert Wise
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