Christopher Plummer - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | December 13, 1929 |
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| Died | February 05, 2021 (age 91) |
| Birthplace | Toronto, Ontario, Canada |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius |
| Chinese Zodiac | Snake |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Portraying Captain Georg von Trapp in 'The Sound of Music', as well as his award-winning performances in films such as 'Beginners', 'All the Money in the World', and his extensive career in theater. |
Intro
Christopher Plummer was a renowned Canadian actor recognized for his distinguished career on stage, film, and television, spanning over seven decades. He gained worldwide fame for his role as Captain Georg von Trapp in 'The Sound of Music' (1965) and was acclaimed for his versatility and breadth as an actor.
Early Life & Background
Christopher Plummer was born on December 13, 1929, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. He was the only child of Isabella Mary (née Abbott) and John Orme Plummer. Raised mainly in Montreal, Quebec, Plummer was a great-grandson of Canadian Prime Minister Sir John Abbott. He grew up speaking both English and French.
Career Highlights
- Starred as Captain von Trapp in 'The Sound of Music' (1965)
- Won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for 'Beginners' (2011)
- Nominated for Academy Awards for roles in 'The Last Station' (2009) and 'All the Money in the World' (2017)
- Won two Tony Awards for Best Actor in a Play
- Received two Primetime Emmy Awards for his television work
- Had a long association with major theater institutions such as Stratford Festival and the Royal Shakespeare Company
Trivia
- He was the oldest actor to win an Academy Award, at age 82.
- Was a great-grandson of former Canadian Prime Minister Sir John Abbott.
- He continued working into his 90s, receiving his final Oscar nomination at age 88.
- Plummer spoke English and French fluently.
FAQs
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When was Christopher Plummer born?
Christopher Plummer was born the 13 December 1929.
Where is Christopher Plummer from?
Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
On His Birth-Day
About December 13th, 1929, in brief:
- Historical events: A special public buildings subcommittee of the U.S. House of Representatives granted approval for a comprehensive $9.74 million architectural project to construct a dedicated building for congressional operations. This significant infrastructure investment aimed to provide modern facilities for the legislative branch, reflecting the growing administrative needs of the United States government during the late 1920s.
- Day of the week: December 13th, 1929 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius (in western zodiac), Snake (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Waxing gibbous
- Popular movie: Sally directed by John Francis Dillon
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