Bob Odenkirk - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | October 22, 1962 |
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| Age | 62 |
| Birthplace | Berwyn, Illinois, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra - (see also Bob Odenkirk's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Tiger |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Playing Saul Goodman on 'Breaking Bad' and 'Better Call Saul'; co-creating and starring in 'Mr. Show with Bob and David' |
Intro
Bob Odenkirk is an American actor, comedian, writer, director, and producer best known for his role as Saul Goodman on the acclaimed television series 'Breaking Bad' and its spin-off, 'Better Call Saul.' He has also been recognized for his work in sketch comedy, notably as a writer and performer on 'Mr. Show with Bob and David.'
Early Life & Background
Bob Odenkirk was born and raised in the Chicago area. He attended Naperville North High School and later enrolled at Southern Illinois University Carbondale, where he began developing his comedic writing and performance skills. Odenkirk started his entertainment career as a writer for sketch comedy shows, which paved the way for his later on-screen successes.
Career Highlights
- Portrayed Saul Goodman on 'Breaking Bad' and 'Better Call Saul'
- Co-created and starred in 'Mr. Show with Bob and David'
- Won a Primetime Emmy Award as a writer for 'Saturday Night Live'
- Starred in the action film 'Nobody' (2021)
- Received multiple Emmy nominations for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series for 'Better Call Saul'
Trivia
- Bob Odenkirk originally auditioned for 'The Office' for the lead role of Michael Scott before it went to Steve Carell.
- His son, Nathan Odenkirk, is also a writer and actor.
- Odenkirk suffered a heart attack on the set of 'Better Call Saul' in 2021 and made a full recovery.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Bob Odenkirk?
Bob Odenkirk is 62 years old.
When was Bob Odenkirk born?
Bob Odenkirk was born the 22 October 1962.
Where is Bob Odenkirk from?
Berwyn, Illinois, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About October 22nd, 1962, in brief:
- Historical events: President John F. Kennedy, after consulting with former President Dwight D. Eisenhower, announced that American reconnaissance planes had discovered Soviet nuclear missile installations in Cuba. In response, Kennedy ordered a naval 'quarantine' of Cuba to prevent further Soviet military escalation.
- Day of the week: October 22nd, 1962 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Last Quarter
- #1 US song: Monster Mash by Bobby (Boris) Pickett
- #1 UK song: Telstar by The Tornados
- Popular movie: Gypsy directed by Mervyn LeRoy
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