George C. Scott - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | October 19, 1927 |
|---|---|
| Age | 97 |
| Birthplace | Wise, Virginia, U.S. |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rabbit |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Winning the Academy Award for Best Actor for his role in 'Patton' (1970), and for notable roles in films such as 'Dr. Strangelove', 'Anatomy of a Murder', and 'The Hustler'. |
Intro
George C. Scott was an acclaimed American actor, director, and producer renowned for his intense screen presence, distinctive voice, and powerful performances. He is best known for his Academy Award-winning portrayal of General George S. Patton in the film 'Patton' (1970) and for refusing to accept the Oscar.
Early Life & Background
George Campbell Scott was born on October 19, 1927, in Wise, Virginia, and raised mainly in Detroit, Michigan. He served in the United States Marine Corps after high school before studying journalism and drama at the University of Missouri.
Career Highlights
- Won the Academy Award for Best Actor for his portrayal of General George S. Patton in 'Patton' (1970), famously refusing the award.
- Received multiple Academy Award and Golden Globe nominations for roles in 'Anatomy of a Murder' (1959), 'The Hustler' (1961), and 'Patton' (1970).
- Starred as General Buck Turgidson in Stanley Kubrick's 'Dr. Strangelove' (1964).
- Distinguished career on both stage and screen, including acclaimed Broadway performances in 'The Andersonville Trial' and 'Death of a Salesman'.
Trivia
- Scott was the first actor to refuse an Academy Award for acting, stating he did not feel himself to be in competition with other actors.
- He was married five times, including twice to actress Colleen Dewhurst.
- Served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1945 to 1949.
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On His Birth-Day
About October 19th, 1927, in brief:
- Historical events: In a deeply controversial Supreme Court decision, the case of Buck v. Bell was decided, which upheld the constitutionality of forced sterilization of individuals deemed 'unfit' by the state. Carrie Buck, a young woman incorrectly labeled as intellectually disabled, was forcibly sterilized under Virginia's eugenics law. The Supreme Court, led by Justice Oliver Wendell Holmes, infamously ruled that 'three generations of imbeciles are enough', setting a precedent that would lead to thousands of involuntary sterilizations across the United States.
- Day of the week: October 19th, 1927 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Rabbit (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Last Quarter
- Popular movie: California directed by Michele Lupo
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