Bill Paxton

William "Bill" Paxton (born May 17, 1955) is an American actor and film director. He gained popularity after starring roles in the films Apollo 13, Twister, Aliens, True Lies, and Titanic. Paxton starred in the HBO series Big Love (2006–2011). Paxton was born and raised in Fort Worth, Texas, the son of Mary Lou (née Gray) and John Lane Paxton, a businessman, lumber wholesaler, museum executive, and occasional actor. He was raised Roman Catholic, ... More

Date of birth:

  • May 17, 1955 (age 57 years)

Height:

  • 1.8 m (5.9 ft )

Also known as:

  • William Paxton,
  • William A. Paxton,
  • William J Paxton,
  • Bill Paxton,
  • bill_paxton,
  • Paxton, Bill,
  • William Archibald Paxton,
  • 'Wild' Bill Paxton,
  • Wild Bill,
  • Pete Lautrec,
  • Knuckles
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Awards

Golden Globe Award for Best Performance by an Actor In A Television Series - Drama Nominees

Screen Actors Guild Award for Best Cast in a Motion Picture Winners

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