Bill Paxton was a prolific American actor and filmmaker known for his memorable roles in numerous blockbuster films. He gained recognition for his performances in Aliens, Near Dark, Tombstone, True Lies, Apollo 13, Twister, and Titanic, showcasing his versatility across genres. He was known for his supporting roles in movies such as Weird Science, Edge of Tomorrow, and Nightcrawler, further establishing him as a respected figure in the entertainment industry. His career encompassed both leading and supporting roles, contributing significantly to the success of many iconic films.
May 17, 1955: Bill Paxton's Birth
On May 17, 1955, Bill Paxton was born in Fort Worth, Texas, to Mary Lou and John Lane Paxton.
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May 17, 1955: Birth of Bill Paxton
On May 17, 1955, William Paxton was born. He later became a famous American actor and filmmaker.
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November 22, 1963: Witness to JFK Assassination
On November 22, 1963, Bill Paxton, at the age of eight, was present in the crowd when President John F. Kennedy emerged from the Hotel Texas in Fort Worth on the morning of his assassination.
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1973: Graduation from Arlington Heights High School
In 1973, Bill Paxton graduated from Arlington Heights High School in Fort Worth.
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1979: Marriage to Kelly Rowan
In 1979, Bill Paxton married Kelly Rowan; however, they divorced a year later.
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1987: Marriage to Louise Newbury
In 1987, Bill Paxton married Louise Newbury after meeting her on a bus in London.
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1994: Birth of son James
In 1994, Bill Paxton and Louise Newbury welcomed their son James, who also became an actor.
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1997: Birth of daughter Lydia
In 1997, Bill Paxton and Louise Newbury welcomed their daughter Lydia.
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February 14, 2017: Open-heart Surgery
On February 14, 2017, Bill Paxton underwent open-heart surgery at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles to repair a damaged aortic valve and correct an aortic aneurysm.
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February 25, 2017: Death of Bill Paxton
February 25, 2017, marks the day that Bill Paxton, a well-known American actor and filmmaker, passed away.
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February 26, 2017: Tribute at the Academy Awards
On February 26, 2017, Jennifer Aniston paid tribute to Bill Paxton during the In Memoriam segment at the 89th Academy Awards, one day after his death.
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2017: Call Me By Your Name Dedicated to Bill Paxton
The 2017 film Call Me by Your Name was dedicated to Bill Paxton's memory.
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2019: The Fanatic Dedicated to Bill Paxton
The 2019 John Travolta film The Fanatic, which co-starred Paxton's son James, was dedicated to Bill Paxton.
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2022: Avatar: The Way of Water Dedicated to Paxton
Cameron's 2022 film, Avatar: The Way of Water was dedicated to the memory of Paxton.
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