Christopher Guest
British-American screenwriter, comedian, musician, director, and actor (born 1948)
Christopher Haden-Guest, 5th Baron Haden-Guest (born February 5, 1948), usually simply known as Christopher Guest, is an English-American actor, comedian, director, musician, and screenwriter. He is known for his work in This Is Spinal Tap, The Princess Bride, Best in Show, A Mighty Wind, and in For Your Consideration. He has won an Emmy Award.
Christopher Guest | |
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 Guest speaking at Vancouver Film School in 2008 | |
| Born | Christopher Haden-Guest February 5, 1948 |
| Nationality | British-American |
| Citizenship | United States United Kingdom |
| Education | The High School of Music & Art |
| Alma mater | New York University |
| Occupation(s) | Actor, comedian, director, musician, screenwriter |
| Years active | 1971–present |
| Notable work | This Is Spinal Tap The Princess Bride Best In Show A Mighty Wind For Your Consideration |
| Spouse(s) | Jamie Lee Curtis (1984–present; 2 children) |
| Relatives | Tony Curtis (father-in-law), Janet Leigh (mother-in-law), Kelly Curtis (sister-in-law) |
Early life
changeGuest was born on February 5, 1948 in New York City, New York.[1] He studied at The High School of Music & Art and at New York University.
Marriage and family
changeGuest married Jamie Lee Curtis in 1984. They have two adopted children.
References
change- ↑ Mosley, Charles, ed. (2003). Burke's Peerage, Baronetage & Knightage. Vol. II (107th ed.). Wilmington, Delaware: Burke's Peerage (Genealogical Books) Ltd. p. 1716.
Other websites
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