David Attenborough
British broadcaster and naturalist (born 1926)
1926 — present
Quick Facts
Profession
British broadcaster and naturalist (born 1926)
Born
May 8, 1926
Age
~100 years
Name Origin
English
Timeline
naturalist, writer, television producer
United KingdomBorn in Isleworth
1926
Born in Isleworth (1926-05-08)
1972
AwardCherry Kearton Medal and Award
1974
AwardCommander of the Order of the British Empire
1980
Awardhonorary doctorate
1981
AwardKalinga Prize
1985
AwardFounder’s Medal
Present
About
Sir David Frederick Attenborough is an English broadcaster, natural historian and writer. His presenting career began as host of Zoo Quest in 1954, and has spanned eight decades; it includes the nine nature documentary series forming The Life Collection, Natural World, Wildlife on One, the Planet Earth franchise, The Blue Planet and Blue Planet II. He is the only person to have won BAFTA Awards in black-and-white, colour, high-definition, 3D and 4K resolution. Over his life he has collected dozens of honorary degrees and awards, including three Emmy Awards for Outstanding Narration and one Emmy Award for Outstanding Daytime Personality - Non-Daily.
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Who is David Attenborough?+
Sir David Frederick Attenborough is an English broadcaster, natural historian and writer. His presenting career began as host of Zoo Quest in 1954, and has spanned eight decades; it includes the nine nature documentary series forming The Life Collection, Natural World, Wildlife on One, the Planet Ea
What does the name David mean?+
The name David means "male given name (Δαβίδ)". It is of English origin.
When was David Attenborough born?+
David Attenborough was born on May 8, 1926.
Name Meaning
male given name (Δαβίδ)
The name David is of English origin, meaning "male given name (Δαβίδ)". It is traditionally a male name.
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David — May 8, 1926
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Taurus
Reliable, patient, devoted
Earth · Venus · Apr 20 – May 20
Chinese Zodiac
Tiger
Brave, competitive, confident
Fire · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
7 Imix
Dragon — creation, primordial energy
Celtic Tree
Willow
Patient, intuitive, creative
Ogham: Saille · Apr 15 – May 12
Birthstone: Emerald — Rebirth, fertility
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— a night owl
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— an admirer
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