Biography
Who is Arnold Vosloo?
Early life and acting roots
Arnold Vosloo was born in Pretoria, South Africa, on June 16, 1962. He grew up in an acting family, as both of his parents worked as stage actors. His father also managed a drive-in theater located in Alberton, Gauteng.
Following high school and military service, which ended with a medical discharge, Arnold studied drama at the Technikon Pretoria. He then began performing in South African theater productions.
Stage and early film career
During his early career in South African theater, Arnold performed in well-known plays such as Don Juan, Hamlet, and Môre is 'n Lang Dag. He earned multiple Dalro Awards for these stage performances and became a regular presence at the State Theatre in Pretoria.
In 1984, he transitioned into film work. He appeared in the comedy Boetie Gaan Border Toe and its sequel, alongside other local productions like Circles in a Forest and Morenga.
Moving to the United States
In the late 1980s, Arnold relocated to the United States and soon returned to stage acting. He performed in Chicago and New York, appearing in a production of Salomé alongside Al Pacino.
His American film debut came in Gor. He later gained wider recognition for taking over the title role in the sequels Darkman II: The Return of Durant and Darkman III: Die Darkman Die.
Major film and television roles
Arnold achieved international fame for playing the ancient Egyptian high priest Imhotep in The Mummy and its sequel, The Mummy Returns. He also portrayed the villain Zartan in G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra and G.I. Joe: Retaliation.
On television, he took on significant roles such as terrorist Habib Marwan in the fourth season of 24. His television resume also includes guest appearances on shows like NCIS, Charmed, and Bosch.
Birthday and age
Arnold Vosloo was born on June 16, 1962, which makes Arnold 64 years old today. That birthday falls under the Gemini sign. Arnold shares the date with 66 other famous people.
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