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William Hartnell

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Actor

William Hartnell

English actor (1908 to 1975)

William Hartnell was born on January 8, 1908 and died on April 23, 1975, aged 67.

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Born
January 8, 1908, St Pancras
Died
April 23, 1975
Zodiac sign
Capricorn
Country
United Kingdom
Known as
Actor

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  • William Hartnell was born on a Wednesday.
  • William Hartnell would have turned 118 in 2026.
  • Half birthday: July 8. Birthstone: Garnet.
  • William Hartnell belongs to Born before 1946, the stars born before the Baby Boom.

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When was William Hartnell born?

William Hartnell was born on January 8, 1908 and died on April 23, 1975, aged 67.

What is William Hartnell’s zodiac sign?

Capricorn, born January 8.