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Alan Rickman

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Actor · Film director

Alan Rickman

British actor and director (1946 to 2016)

Alan Rickman was born on February 21, 1946 and died on January 14, 2016, aged 69.

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Born
February 21, 1946, Acton
Died
January 14, 2016
Zodiac sign
Pisces
Country
United Kingdom
Known as
Actor, Film director

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  • Alan Rickman was born on a Thursday.
  • Alan Rickman would have turned 80 in 2026.
  • Half birthday: August 21. Birthstone: Amethyst.
  • Alan Rickman belongs to Baby Boomers.

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When was Alan Rickman born?

Alan Rickman was born on February 21, 1946 and died on January 14, 2016, aged 69.

What is Alan Rickman’s zodiac sign?

Pisces, born February 21.