John Lithgow

Date of Birth: October 19, 1945

Zodiac Sign: Libra

Date of Death: *John Lithgow is alive.*

Biography

John Lithgow is an acclaimed American actor, musician, and author whose career spans over five decades. Born and raised in Rochester, New York, Lithgow’s introduction to the performing arts came naturally, as his father was a theater producer and director. Lithgow attended Harvard University, where he studied history and literature, and later won a Fulbright Scholarship to study at the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Art. Lithgow’s breakthrough in film came with his role in “The World According to Garp” (1982), for which he received an Academy Award nomination. He is perhaps best known for his role as the alien High Commander Dick Solomon on the hit TV series “3rd Rock from the Sun,” which earned him three Primetime Emmy Awards. Lithgow has demonstrated his versatility with roles in both comedies and dramas, including standout performances in “Terms of Endearment” (1983), “Footloose” (1984), “Dexter” (2006-2013), and the Netflix series “The Crown” where he portrayed Winston Churchill. Apart from his acting prowess, Lithgow is also a talented author, having written several children’s books. His contributions to the arts have been recognized with numerous awards and honors, including a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

5 Interesting Facts about John Lithgow

1. John Lithgow was inducted into the American Theater Hall of Fame in 2005.

2. He has won six Emmy Awards, two Tony Awards, and two Golden Globe Awards.

3. Lithgow is also an accomplished author, having written several children’s books such as “Marsupial Sue” and “I’m a Manatee.”

4. He is an accomplished musician and has released several albums of children’s music.

5. Lithgow portrayed Winston Churchill in Netflix’s “The Crown,” a role that earned him a Primetime Emmy Award.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from John Lithgow

1. “Time sneaks up on you like a windshield on a bug.”

2. “What you aspire to on a daily basis is to be better than your former self.”

3. “I have a lot of faithful readers, but I’m always looking for new ones.”

4. “I lead a very busy life and I love it.”

5. “If you read as much as you say you do, you’ll know that there are different ways to lead a life.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

John Lithgow’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $55 million.

Children

John Lithgow has three children: 1. Ian Lithgow (born 1972) – An actor known for his work in theater and on the TV show “3rd Rock from the Sun.” 2. Phoebe Lithgow (born 1982) – She maintains a more private life away from the public eye. 3. Nathan Lithgow (born 1983) – A musician and artist.