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Actor
William Holden
American actor (1918 to 1981)
William Holden was born on April 17, 1918 and died on November 16, 1981, aged 63.
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William’s birthday, by the numbers
- William Holden was born on a Wednesday.
- William Holden would have turned 108 in 2026.
- Half birthday: October 17. Birthstone: Diamond.
- William Holden belongs to Born before 1946, the stars born before the Baby Boom.
Age gaps
- When William Holden was born, Marlene Dietrich was 16. Compare
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Frequently asked questions
When was William Holden born?
William Holden was born on April 17, 1918 and died on November 16, 1981, aged 63.
What is William Holden’s zodiac sign?
Aries, born April 17.