Steve McQueen - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | March 24, 1930 |
|---|---|
| Died | November 07, 1980 (age 50) |
| Birthplace | Beech Grove, Indiana, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries |
| Chinese Zodiac | Horse |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Hollywood actor famous for starring roles in films such as 'The Great Escape', 'Bullitt', 'The Magnificent Seven', and 'The Thomas Crown Affair' |
Intro
Steve McQueen was an American actor regarded as a cultural icon of the 1960s and 1970s. Known for his 'anti-hero' persona, McQueen was one of the highest-paid actors of his era and remains a symbol of cool and rebelliousness in popular culture.
Early Life & Background
Steve McQueen was born Terrence Stephen McQueen on March 24, 1930. He had a troubled childhood, with his father leaving shortly after his birth and his mother unable to care for him, leading to periods spent living with his grandparents and in a reform school. He eventually joined the United States Marine Corps before pursuing acting.
Career Highlights
- Breakout role in 'The Magnificent Seven' (1960)
- Starred in 'The Great Escape' (1963), becoming an international superstar
- Lead role in 'Bullitt' (1968), known for its iconic car chase scene
- Received an Academy Award nomination for 'The Sand Pebbles' (1966)
- Starred in 'The Thomas Crown Affair' (1968)
Trivia
- Nicknamed the 'King of Cool'
- Avid motorcycle and car enthusiast; performed many of his own stunts
- Was the world's highest-paid movie star in 1974
- Inducted into the Hall of Fame of America's National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum
FAQs
People also ask
When was Steve McQueen born?
Steve McQueen was born the 24 March 1930.
Where is Steve McQueen from?
Beech Grove, Indiana, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About March 24th, 1930, in brief:
- Historical events: A groundbreaking moment in broadcast history occurred when the first religious services were televised by station W2XBS in New York City, pioneering religious media transmission.
- Day of the week: March 24th, 1930 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Waning crescent
- Popular movie: Earth directed by Aleksandr Dovzhenko
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