Morgan Freeman, born on June 1, 1937, in Memphis, Tennessee, is an American actor, producer, and narrator renowned for his distinctive deep voice and a career spanning over five decades. His performances, marked by emotional depth, subtle humor, and versatility, have made him one of the most respected figures in modern US cinema.
He was born to parents Mayme Edna, a teacher, and Morgan Porterfield Freeman, a barber. He has four children: Alfonso and Saifoulaye from previous relationships, and Deena and Morgana from his marriages.
His acting journey began at the age of nine in a school play. After high school, he joined the Air Force to become a fighter pilot but later realized that acting was his true calling. He attended Los Angeles City College before serving several years in the US Air Force as a mechanic between 1955 and 1959.
His acting career took off in the 1970s with his role in the children's television series The Electric Company. He then appeared in Shakespearean plays Coriolanus and Julius Caesar, earning an Obie Award for the former.
His performance in Clint Eastwood's sports drama Million Dollar Baby (2004) won him the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor. His other Oscar-nominated roles include Street Smart (1987), Driving Miss Daisy (1989), The Shawshank Redemption (1994), and Invictus (2009).
He has also portrayed Lucius Fox in Christopher Nolan's The Dark Knight Trilogy (2005–2012) and starred in action films like Wanted (2008), Red (2010), Oblivion (2013), Now You See Me (2013), and Lucy (2014).
Full Name | Morgan Freeman |
Gender | Male |
Profession | Actor |
Date of Birth | 01-June-1937 (87 years) |
Birth Location | Memphis, Tennessee, U.S |
His lifestyle is marked by his dedication to his craft and his love for acting. Despite the challenges and scrutiny of being a public figure, he has remained resilient and focused on his mission. He is also a restaurateur and owner of two blues clubs.
Morgan Freeman has been married twice. His first marriage was to Jeanette Adair Bradshaw from 1967 to 1979, and his second marriage was to Myrna Colley-Lee from 1984 to 2010. He is currently not married.
His filmography is extensive and diverse, with roles in various genres. Some of his most notable films include The Shawshank Redemption (1994), Se7en (1995), Million Dollar Baby (2004), Invictus (2009), and The Dark Knight Trilogy (2005–2012).
Morgan Freeman has received numerous accolades throughout his career, including an Academy Award, a Golden Globe Award, and a Screen Actors Guild Award. He has also been awarded the Kennedy Center Honor in 2008, an AFI Life Achievement Award in 2011, the Cecil B. DeMille Award in 2012, and Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award in 2018.
Morgan Freeman is 87 years old
Morgan Freeman was born on 01-June-1937
Morgan Freeman was born in Memphis, Tennessee, U.S
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