Lee Hopper
American actor and film director (1936–2010)
1936 — 2010
Quick Facts
Profession
American actor and film director (1936–2010)
Born
May 17, 1936
Died
2010 (age ~74)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
screenwriter, photographer, actor
United StatesBorn in Dodge CityDied in Venice
1936
Born in Dodge City (1936-05-17)
1986
AwardNational Society of Film Critics Award for Best Supporting Actor
1995
AwardGolden Raspberry Award for Worst Supporting Actor - Razzie Award
1995
AwardMTV Movie Award for Best Villain
2002
AwardDonostia Award
2010
Died in Venice
About
Dennis Lee Hopper was an American actor, filmmaker, photographer and visual artist. He is considered one of the key figures of the New Hollywood era. He earned prizes from the Cannes Film Festival and Venice International Film Festival as well as nominations for two Academy Awards, a Primetime Emmy Award and two Golden Globe Awards.
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Who is Lee Hopper?+
Dennis Lee Hopper was an American actor, filmmaker, photographer and visual artist. He is considered one of the key figures of the New Hollywood era. He earned prizes from the Cannes Film Festival and Venice International Film Festival as well as nominations for two Academy Awards, a Primetime Emmy
What does the name Lee mean?+
The name Lee means "unisex given name. Etymology: lē, from hlēo. Cognate with lij, lee.". It is of English origin.
When was Lee Hopper born?+
Lee Hopper was born on May 17, 1936.
When did Lee Hopper die?+
Lee Hopper died in 2010, at approximately 74 years of age.
Name Meaning
unisex given name. Etymology: lē, from hlēo. Cognate with lij, lee.
The name Lee is of English origin, meaning "unisex given name. Etymology: lē, from hlēo. Cognate with lij, lee.". It is traditionally a unisex name.
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Lee — May 17, 1936
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Taurus
Reliable, patient, devoted
Earth · Venus · Apr 20 – May 20
Chinese Zodiac
Rat
Quick-witted, resourceful, versatile
Fire · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
3 Akbal
Night — darkness, mystery, dreams
Celtic Tree
Hawthorn
Curious, adaptable, natural performer
Ogham: Huath · May 13 – Jun 9
Birthstone: Emerald — Rebirth, fertility
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Guestbook
My comfort movie has you in it. Always will.
— movie night regular
The audition tape... I knew in the first ten seconds.
— a casting director
We share a planet and a moment in time. That's enough.
— someone far away
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