Alan Rickman - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | February 21, 1946 |
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| Died | January 14, 2016 (age 69) |
| Birthplace | Acton, London, England, United Kingdom |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dog |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Portraying Severus Snape in the 'Harry Potter' series, Hans Gruber in 'Die Hard', and a distinguished career in theatre and film. |
Intro
Alan Rickman was an acclaimed English actor and director, renowned for his versatile roles in film, television, and theatre. He was especially famous for his portrayals of complex villains and sophisticated characters, most notably as Severus Snape in the 'Harry Potter' film series and Hans Gruber in 'Die Hard.'
Early Life & Background
Alan Rickman was born into a working-class family in Acton, London. He attended Latymer Upper School and later studied graphic design at Chelsea College of Art and Design and the Royal College of Art before pursuing acting at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA).
Career Highlights
- Made his film debut in 'Die Hard' (1988) as Hans Gruber.
- Played Severus Snape in all eight 'Harry Potter' films (2001–2011).
- Received a BAFTA Award for Best Supporting Actor for 'Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves' (1991).
- Starred in acclaimed films such as 'Truly, Madly, Deeply' (1990), 'Sense and Sensibility' (1995), and 'Love Actually' (2003).
- Renowned for stage performances with the Royal Shakespeare Company and in West End productions.
Trivia
- Rickman was once a graphic designer before he became an actor.
- He directed the films 'The Winter Guest' (1997) and 'A Little Chaos' (2014).
- Rickman’s distinctive baritone voice was ranked among the top voices in the entertainment industry.
- He was nominated for and won numerous awards across film, television, and theatre.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Alan Rickman born?
Alan Rickman was born the 21 February 1946.
Where is Alan Rickman from?
Acton, London, England, United Kingdom.
On His Birth-Day
About February 21st, 1946, in brief:
- Historical events: Widespread anti-colonial demonstrations erupted across multiple Asian territories, including Egypt, India, Singapore, and Indonesia. These uprisings reflected growing nationalist sentiments and resistance against British colonial rule in the immediate aftermath of World War II.
- Day of the week: February 21st, 1946 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Waning gibbous
- Popular movie: Sentimental Journey directed by Walter Lang
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