Kirk Douglas - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | December 09, 1916 |
|---|---|
| Died | February 05, 2020 (age 103) |
| Birthplace | Amsterdam, New York, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dragon |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Starring roles in films such as 'Spartacus,' 'Paths of Glory,' and 'Champion'; as well as his advocacy for breaking the Hollywood blacklist by crediting Dalton Trumbo as the writer of 'Spartacus.' |
Intro
Kirk Douglas was an American actor, producer, director, and author, widely recognized as one of the last surviving stars of Hollywood's Golden Age. He appeared in more than 90 movies, known for intense, dramatic roles and his distinctive cleft chin.
Early Life & Background
Born Issur Danielovitch to Russian-Jewish immigrant parents, Kirk Douglas grew up in poverty in upstate New York. He worked odd jobs to support his family and pay for his education before pursuing acting at St. Lawrence University and later the American Academy of Dramatic Arts.
Career Highlights
- Starred as the titular character in 'Spartacus' (1960)
- Nominated three times for Academy Awards for Best Actor ('Champion' (1949), 'The Bad and the Beautiful' (1952), 'Lust for Life' (1956))
- Received an Honorary Academy Award in 1996
- Produced and starred in influential films such as 'Paths of Glory' (1957)
- Authored several best-selling books including his autobiography, 'The Ragman's Son'
- Received the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1981
Trivia
- Changed his name from Issur Danielovitch to Kirk Douglas while pursuing his acting career.
- Father of actor Michael Douglas.
- Survived a 1991 helicopter crash.
- Remained active as a writer and philanthropist well into his nineties.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Kirk Douglas born?
Kirk Douglas was born the 9 December 1916.
Where is Kirk Douglas from?
Amsterdam, New York, United States.
On His Birth-Day
About December 9th, 1916, in brief:
- Historical events: On December 9, 1916, Prime Minister David Lloyd George introduced a groundbreaking administrative reform by implementing minuted Cabinet meetings and establishing the formal Cabinet Office. This innovation transformed the British governmental process by creating a more structured and accountable system of executive decision-making during the critical period of World War I. Lloyd George's reform ensured that governmental discussions and decisions would be systematically recorded, enhancing transparency and providing a historical record of critical wartime deliberations.
- Day of the week: December 9th, 1916 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Waxing gibbous
- #1 US song: I'll Take You Home Again, Kathleen by Walter Van Brunt
- Popular movie: Judex directed by Louis Feuillade
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