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John Hurt

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Actor

John Hurt

British actor (1940 to 2017)

John Hurt was born on January 22, 1940 and died on January 25, 2017, aged 77.

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Born
January 22, 1940, Chesterfield
Died
January 25, 2017
Zodiac sign
Aquarius
Country
United Kingdom
Known as
Actor

Official links: Official website (johnhurt.co.uk) · Wikipedia

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John’s birthday, by the numbers

  • John Hurt was born on a Monday.
  • John Hurt would have turned 86 in 2026.
  • Half birthday: July 22. Birthstone: Garnet.
  • John Hurt belongs to Born before 1946, the stars born before the Baby Boom.

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Peter FondaActor · February 23, 1940George A. RomeroFilm director · February 4, 1940Denis LawSoccer player · February 24, 1940James CromwellActor · January 27, 1940Fabrizio De AndréSinger · February 18, 1940Jimmy GreavesSoccer player · February 20, 1940

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Frequently asked questions

When was John Hurt born?

John Hurt was born on January 22, 1940 and died on January 25, 2017, aged 77.

What is John Hurt’s zodiac sign?

Aquarius, born January 22.

Does John Hurt have an official website?

Yes: johnhurt.co.uk.