Gary Oldman - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | March 21, 1958 |
|---|---|
| Age | 67 |
| Birthplace | London, England, UK |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dog |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | His roles in films such as 'Sid and Nancy', 'Dracula', 'Léon: The Professional', the 'Harry Potter' series, 'The Dark Knight' trilogy, and for winning the Academy Award for Best Actor for his portrayal of Winston Churchill in 'Darkest Hour' (2017). |
Intro
Gary Oldman is an acclaimed English actor and filmmaker, known for his transformative performances and versatility across a wide range of roles in film, television, and theater.
Early Life & Background
Gary Leonard Oldman was born to Kathleen and Leonard Oldman in London. Raised in a working-class family, he developed a passion for acting at a young age, eventually studying at the Rose Bruford College of Theatre and Performance.
Career Highlights
- Breakout role as Sid Vicious in 'Sid and Nancy' (1986)
- Portrayed Count Dracula in 'Bram Stoker's Dracula' (1992)
- Played Stansfield in 'Léon: The Professional' (1994)
- Appeared as Sirius Black in the 'Harry Potter' film series (2004–2011)
- Portrayed Commissioner Gordon in Christopher Nolan's 'The Dark Knight' trilogy (2005–2012)
- Won the Academy Award for Best Actor for 'Darkest Hour' (2017), playing Winston Churchill
Trivia
- Gary Oldman is also an accomplished director, having directed the acclaimed film 'Nil by Mouth' (1997).
- He is known for his characteristic ability to disappear into roles, often changing his appearance and accent significantly.
- Oldman has twice been nominated for an Academy Award, winning in 2018 for 'Darkest Hour'.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Gary Oldman?
Gary Oldman is 67 years old.
When was Gary Oldman born?
Gary Oldman was born the 21 March 1958.
Where is Gary Oldman from?
London, England, UK.
On His Birth-Day
About March 21st, 1958, in brief:
- Historical events: The Soviet Union performed an atmospheric nuclear test during the height of the Cold War, contributing to the ongoing nuclear arms race.
- Day of the week: March 21st, 1958 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: New Moon
- #1 US song: Tequila by The Champs
- #1 UK song: Magic Moments by Perry Como
- Popular movie: Commandos directed by Armando Crispino
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