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Bill Murray's Birthday 2024 – September 21, 2024

Few actors have had the versatile and unique career of Bill Murray who was born on September 21, 1950. From his early days on “Saturday Night Live” to his more recent acclaimed turns in films such as “Lost in Translation” and “The Grand Budapest Hotel,” Murray has never been afraid to take risks to pursue interesting roles. Today, we’ll explore some of the most important aspects of Murray’s life and career, from his unorthodox methods of choosing roles to his philanthropic work because his birthday deserves to be celebrated.

Fast Facts

Full Name:

William James Murray

Nickname:

Bill, The Murricane

Birth date:

September 21, 1950

Age:

73 years, 6 months

Zodiac Sign:

Virgo

Height:

6' 1"

Relationship Status:

Divorced

Net Worth:

$180.0 million

Background

William James Murray is an American actor, comedian, and writer. He first gained exposure on “Saturday Night Live,” a show he was associated with for three years. Murray later went on to star in many Hollywood films, including “Caddyshack,” “Ghostbusters,” “Stripes,” “What About Bob?,” and “Groundhog Day.” In addition to his acting career, Murray has been a golf enthusiast since his teenage years and has frequently competed in celebrity tournaments.Actors often start their careers in bit parts on television or in small movie roles before working their way up to larger productions. This was the case for Murray, who started his career by appearing in some television series in the 1970s. Murray soon began landing larger movie roles. His first major role was in the comedy “Caddyshack,” which was released in 1980. The movie was a box office success, and Murray went on to star in several other popular comedies throughout the 1980s.Murray is one of the most interesting and mysterious actors in Hollywood. His career has been full of ups and downs, and he has never been one to play by the rules. In recent years, Murray has seemed to be slowing down a bit. He has stopped taking on as many movie roles, and he has been spending more time with his family. Some believe that Murray is simply taking a break, while others think that he is preparing for his retirement. Whatever the case may be, Murray’s later years are sure to be interesting. He has never been one to shy away from a challenge.

Career timeline

1979
First Starring Role

Murray's first starring role is in the film “Meatballs.”

1980
Feature Film Debut

Murray makes his debut in the feature film “Caddyshack.

1984
There’s Something Strange

Murray stars in “Ghostbusters,” which is one of his most beloved and memorable films of all time.

1975
T.V. Debut

Bill Murray makes his television debut on "Saturday Night Live" and becomes a part of the show for three seasons.

1993
In the Spotlight

Murray achieves superstar status with his portrayal of Phil Connors in “Groundhog Day.”

Bill Murray FAQs

Are Dan Aykroyd and Bill Murray friends?

Both have a friendship that has spanned decades.

Why did Murray stop talking to Harold Ramis?

Murray felt his career was completely attached and dependent on Ramis’s career, so he decided to be a more autonomous artist.

What is Murray's most famous movie?

According to experts, his most famous movie is “Groundhog Day.”

5 Surprising Facts

  1. He comes from a big family

    Bill Murray is the fifth child in a brood of nine, and three of his brothers are also actors.

  2. He was supposed to become a doctor

    Murray took a pre-medical course at Regis University but dropped out when he was arrested for illegal drug possession.

  3. No agent represents Murray

    To be able to cast Murray in any project, one can only reach him via voicemail.

  4. Murray can bowl

    In the film where he portrayed professional bowler Ernie McCracken, Murray bowled three strikes in a row in the final scene, eliciting genuine cheers from the crowd.

  5. He is a baseball fan

    Murray co-owns minor league baseball teams and even holds the ‘Director of Fun’ title with the Charleston RiverDogs.

Why We Love Bill Murray

  1. He is a comedy genius

    There is no denying that Bill Murray is one of the funniest people to ever grace the big screen. With films like “Ghostbusters,” “Groundhog Day,” and “Caddyshack” to his name, it's easy to see why he is considered a comedy genius.

  2. He’s having fun all the time

    Murray seems like he's always up for a good time and loves to laugh. Whether he's hosting the Tony Awards or just out and about with his family, he always looks like he's having a great time.

  3. He makes us laugh

    Brilliantly. Without fail, his movies make us chuckle and sometimes giggle uproariously. And for that, we thank him.

Bill Murray’s birthday dates

Year Date Day
2023 September 21 Thursday
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2027 September 21 Tuesday