Norman Reedus
Norman Reedus
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Norman Mark Reedus is commonly known as Norman Reedus.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born on January 6, 1969. Still living.
Nationality and Profession(s)
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American actor, model, musician, and director.
Early Life and Background
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Reedus was born in Hollywood, Florida to Nancy Patricia (née Mitchell) and Norman Mark Reedus Sr. His mother was a radio host for WMYQ, a local FM station. He has two younger siblings: his brother, Marty, is an artist, and his sister, Melanie, is a photographer. Growing up, Reedus attended Hollywood Hills High School in Florida before moving to New York City to pursue a modeling career.
Major Accomplishments
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Reedus began his acting career with guest roles on several television shows. He gained recognition for his portrayal of Murphy MacManus in the 1999 film _The Boondock Saints_ and its sequel, as well as the lead role in the 2006 film _Fix_. Notably, he has played Daryl Dixon in AMC's post-apocalyptic horror series _The Walking Dead_, a performance that earned him multiple nominations for an MTV Movie Award.
Notable Works or Actions
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Reedus is known for his distinctive voice and versatility as an actor. His work spans various genres, including drama, action, science fiction, and comedy. He has also ventured into music with the band The Strokes, performing guitar on their debut album, _Is This It_. In addition to acting, Reedus has directed episodes of television series.
Impact and Legacy
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Reedus's portrayal of Daryl Dixon in _The Walking Dead_ has cemented his status as a leading actor. His character's impact on the show was so significant that it inspired numerous fan art and cosplay pieces. This role not only contributed to Reedus's fame but also led to other opportunities, including voice acting roles.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Norman Reedus is widely recognized for his distinctive appearance and versatility as an actor. His portrayal of Daryl Dixon has left a lasting impression on the world of television and popular culture. As a result, he continues to be quoted or remembered for this iconic role in _The Walking Dead_.
Quotes by Norman Reedus
Norman Reedus's insights on:
I’ve shot films in locations that have seemed haunted. I shot a film in a maximum-security prison in Russia. Part of it was on a psychiatric ward – there were definitely some creepy vibes there.
I basically eat a lot of proteins, and I’ve been eating smaller portions of food. I try to eat all locally raised and organic produce.
You do a film and you know where you’re going, you have this material to stretch and play with as much as possible because you know how it ends.
I’ve been camping and stuff, but if you left me in the woods I’d probably just curl up and cry until someone found me.
When you add up the minutes you spend actually making a movie – the amount of time you spend actually doing your thing in front of a camera – it just isn’t that much. But it’s everything.
In my trailer, I work out with free weights and do situps and push-ups. I’m just trying to stay lean and active looking.
I love the crossbow. I mean it’s just fun. Guns are fun, I can’t deny that shooting guns in movies isn’t fun. But a crossbow is pretty rad.
