Kurt Russell - biography
Kurt Russell is an old-school actor beloved by audiences worldwide for his magnetic charisma and compelling performances. Elvis Presley, police detective, fireman, psychopath – just a sampling of the brilliant roles that have earned him prestigious film awards throughout his career. His net worth is around $70 million.
Childhood. The beginning of acting.
Kurt Russell was born on March 17, 1951, in the family of Bing Russell. In the late 50s, 30-year-old Bing – a former basketball star who owned an upscale restaurant in New Port – fulfilled his dream of acting in movies and became a popular actor, while his wife Louise left her dancing career to focus entirely on raising their children: three daughters and a son.One day, his father brought 6-year-old Kurt to the set of the cowboy series Sugarfoot, launching the little actor into a four-season run on the popular TV show.
In 1963, Kurt became a regular on the TV show The Travels of Jaimie McPheeters, and in 1965 he appeared in the Disney film Follow Me, Boys!, which featured Golden Hollywood era stars like Freddie McMurray and Lillian Gish.
The contract his parents signed with Disney on Kurt's behalf required the young actor to participate in various shows and TV series, so from 1966 to 1969 he made occasional TV appearances before being called up for military service after graduation.
Big cinema
In the 1979 film Elvis, later hailed as one of the best movies about the King of Rock and Roll, the young actor brilliantly captured the essence of the legendary singer, earning him an Emmy nomination and widespread recognition for his talent. Critics praised Kurt's uncanny resemblance to his character, his masterful portrayal of the King's tragic life, and the infectious energy he brought to the role.
Best films
The comedy Overboard, in which Kurt played the role of a rude father with many children, who decided to re-educate a spoiled lady, is considered one of the best in the actor's collection. This comedy, firmly established as one of the best movies ever made, starred Kurt alongside Goldie Hawn.
As the 21st century arrived, cinema underwent massive changes that left many old-school actors behind, thanks to the rise of action movies packed with special effects. However, this had no effect on Russell's career.
Russell also took on the role of a psychotic killer who turned his car into a weapon of death in the 2007 thriller Death Proof. Playing a psychopath who fatally underestimated his victims and became prey himself, Russell surprised fans and proved he could tackle any role. The three fierce women who turned the tables on their predator were played by Vanessa Ferlito, Sidney Tamiia Poitier, Jordan Ladd, and Rosario Dawson. The director of the picture was the master of the bloody action movies Quentin Tarantino.
In the thriller The Hateful Eight the actor once again collaborated with Quentin Tarantino, playing one of the bounty hunters. Other villains in this standout 2015 thriller were played by Samuel L. Jackson, Michael Madsen, and Tim Roth.
Since 2018, Russell has been working on Crypto, which tells about the appearance of cryptocurrencies. The actor stars alongside Luke Hemsworth and Alexis Bledel.
Kurt Russell – personal life
The incredible love story of Kurt Russell and Goldie Hawn is considered one of Hollywood's greatest romances, but Goldie was not the first choice of the actor.
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