Bill Paxton
Bill Paxton
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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William Thomas Paxton Jr., commonly known as Bill Paxton, was an American actor, director, and producer.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born: May 17, 1955, in Fort Worth, Texas
Died: February 25, 2017, in Los Angeles, California
Nationality and Profession(s)
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American, Actor, Director, Producer
Early Life and Background
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Bill Paxton was born to Mary Lou and John Paxton. His father was a businessman who owned an electrical contracting company. Paxton grew up in a traditional Christian household with four siblings. He attended Arlington Heights High School before enrolling at Navarro Junior College.
Major Accomplishments
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Paxton's breakthrough role came when he played the part of Private Hudson in James Cameron's The Terminator (1984). His performance as a tough, wisecracking soldier established him as an action hero. Paxton continued to work with Cameron on other projects, including Aliens (1986), where he reprised his role.
Notable Works or Actions
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Throughout his career, Paxton appeared in numerous films and television shows. Some of his notable roles include:
Near Dark (1987) - a vampire horror film that earned him critical acclaim.
Twister (1996) - an action-adventure film where he played the lead role alongside Helen Hunt.
* Big Love (2006-2011) - a television drama series in which Paxton starred as Bill Henrickson, a polygamous husband.
Impact and Legacy
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Bill Paxton's impact on the entertainment industry is undeniable. He contributed to some of the most iconic films of the 1980s and 1990s, including The Terminator and Aliens. His versatility as an actor allowed him to excel in various genres, from action to drama.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Paxton's quotes and performances are often remembered for their humor and wit. In interviews and behind-the-scenes footage, he frequently showcased his lighthearted personality. His memorable roles, particularly as Private Hudson in The Terminator, have become ingrained in popular culture.
Paxton's legacy extends beyond his on-screen presence. He was a devoted family man and had five children with his wife, Kelly, whom he married in 1987. Tragically, Bill Paxton passed away due to complications from heart surgery.
Quotes by Bill Paxton
You don’t really get to pick and chose what you would like to be doing. But I’ve been very fortunate, and I think water seeks its own level. You do gravitate towards things that you would get off on.
When you start out as a filmmaker, you do parodies, because you can’t really compete on a studio level.
I’ve always loved movies about con men. I think con men are as American as apple pie.
Slow motion is so visually cinematic; when you create that, you create it for your audience, you let them have the feeling of what it must be like to be there. And in a movie, you can’t forget the audience.
We mystify the art of moviemaking, but it’s not amystical science. You take a good screenplay, put a group togetherand you hammer it out.
It’s very liberating to be naked in front of a hundred people, but there’s nothing sexual about lovemaking on a movie set.
