Brad Pitt

Actor and producer of 'Fight Club'

Brad Pitt - Actor and producer of 'Fight Club'
Born

December 18th, 1963
61 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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Born in 1963, this individual gained prominence in the 1990s with the film 'Fight Club'. He starred in a variety of successful films, including 'Se7en', 'Ocean's Eleven', and 'Inglourious Basterds'. As a producer, produced acclaimed works such as '12 Years a Slave', which received the Academy Award for Best Picture. The individual has won multiple awards, including Academy and Golden Globe Awards. In addition to film work, involvement in humanitarian projects occurred, particularly in rebuilding efforts in New Orleans post-Katrina.

Starred in 'Fight Club'

Produced '12 Years a Slave' which won Best Picture

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