Childhood and Education Journey of Bill Murray in Timeline

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Bill Murray. A timeline of key moments.

Bill Murray is an acclaimed American actor and comedian, celebrated for his distinctive deadpan comedic style. His career spans a wide spectrum of roles, encompassing both mainstream studio comedies and critically acclaimed independent dramas. He has been in films like Ghostbusters, Caddyshack and Lost in Translation.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1939: Historical context for Hyde Park on Hudson

The film 'Hyde Park on Hudson', starring Bill Murray, focuses on the 1939 visit of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth to the Roosevelts' home.

1978: Appearance for Grays Harbor Loggers

In 1978, Bill Murray appeared in two at-bats for the Grays Harbor Loggers Minor League Baseball team, getting one hit.

1984: Statement on religion

In a 1984 interview, Bill Murray stated he is a religious person, but it doesn't have much to do with Catholicism anymore.

2000: Supported Ralph Nader for president

During the 2000 presidential campaign, Bill Murray supported Green Party candidate Ralph Nader.

2001: Opening of Murray Bros. Caddy Shack in Florida

In 2001, Bill Murray and his brothers opened a Murray Bros. Caddy Shack restaurant at the World Golf Village near St. Augustine, Florida.

2004: Cheered for Illinois Fighting Illini's game

In 2004, Bill Murray cheered courtside for the Illinois Fighting Illini's game against the 2004–2005 Arizona Wildcats in the Regional Final game in Chicago.

2005: Cheered for Illinois Fighting Illini's game

In 2005, Bill Murray cheered courtside for the Illinois Fighting Illini's game against the 2004–2005 Arizona Wildcats in the Regional Final game in Chicago.

September 2007: Cubs clinched NL Central with Murray in attendance

In late September 2007, after traveling to Florida to inspire the Cubs, Bill Murray was invited to the champagne party in the Cubs' clubhouse when the team clinched the NL Central. Fellow actors John Cusack, Bernie Mac, James Belushi, and former Cubs player Ron Santo were also in attendance at the event in September 2007.

2008: Maintained a residence in Greenwich Village

In 2008, Bill Murray maintained a residence in the Lower Manhattan neighborhood of Greenwich Village.

2013: Maintained a residence in Greenwich Village

In 2013, Bill Murray maintained a residence in the Lower Manhattan neighborhood of Greenwich Village.

February 2014: Reconciled with Harold Ramis before his death

In February 2014, Bill Murray reconciled with Harold Ramis just before Ramis' death.

2014: Expressed affection for the Traditional Latin Mass

In a 2014 interview, Bill Murray expressed affection for the Traditional Latin Mass and expressed concerns about some of the changes within the Mass of Paul VI.

2016: Attended Cubs' historic World Series victory

In 2016, Bill Murray, along with fellow Cubs fans John Cusack, Eddie Vedder, and Bonnie Hunt, attended the Chicago Cubs' historic Game Seven victory during the World Series. He also sang "Take Me Out to the Ballgame" during a World Series game at Wrigley Field in 2016.

2016: Launch of William Murray Golf apparel brand

On his birthday in 2016, Bill Murray, along with his brother Joel, launched an apparel brand called William Murray Golf.

2018: Opening of Murray Bros. Caddy Shack in Rosemont

In 2018, Bill Murray and his brothers opened a second Murray Bros. Caddy Shack restaurant inside the Crowne Plaza Rosemont Hotel near O'Hare International Airport.

2018: Praised the Trump tax cuts

In a 2018 interview, Bill Murray praised the Trump tax cuts, opining them to be a "great thing for the corporations".

2023: Sold interest in St. Paul Saints

Bill Murray sold his interest in the St. Paul Saints, a Minor League Baseball team, in 2023.

2023: Attended UConn Huskies basketball games during championship run

In 2023, Bill Murray attended several games of the UConn Huskies men's basketball team, where his son, Luke, is an assistant coach, during their championship run in the NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament.