Childhood and Education Journey of Christopher Plummer in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 29, 2025

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Christopher Plummer. A timeline of key moments.

Christopher Plummer was a highly acclaimed Canadian actor with a career spanning seven decades. He achieved the 'Triple Crown of Acting' with an Academy Award, two Tony Awards, and two Primetime Emmy Awards, making him the only Canadian to do so. He also won a BAFTA Award, Golden Globe Award, and Screen Actors Guild Award, and was nominated for a Grammy Award, solidifying his status as a versatile and celebrated performer across film, stage, and television.

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

December 13, 1929: Birth of Christopher Plummer

On December 13, 1929, Arthur Christopher Orme Plummer was born in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. He later became a renowned Canadian actor with a career spanning seven decades.

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1944: Inspired by Laurence Olivier's Henry V

In 1944, Christopher Plummer watched Laurence Olivier's film 'Henry V', which inspired him to pursue acting. He began his acting journey after being moved by Olivier's performance.

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1946: Attention from Herbert Whittaker

In 1946, Christopher Plummer's performance as Mr. Darcy in a Montreal High School production of 'Pride and Prejudice' caught the attention of Montreal Gazette's theatre critic Herbert Whittaker, marking a significant moment in his early career.

1948: Professional Acting Debut

In 1948, Christopher Plummer made his professional acting debut with Ottawa's Stage Society, marking the start of his professional career in acting.

1956: Married Tammy Grimes

In 1956, Christopher Plummer married actress Tammy Grimes.

May 4, 1962: Married Patricia Lewis

On May 4, 1962, Christopher Plummer married British entertainment journalist Patricia Lewis after she recovered from a car crash.

1967: Divorced Patricia Lewis

In 1967, Christopher Plummer and Patricia Lewis divorced.

October 2, 1970: Married Elaine Taylor

On October 2, 1970, Christopher Plummer married actress Elaine Taylor.

1977: Death of John Orme Plummer

In 1977, John Orme Plummer, Christopher Plummer's father, passed away. John Orme Plummer had worked as a seller of stocks and other securities.

November 2008: Published Memoir "In Spite of Myself"

In November 2008, Christopher Plummer's memoir, "In Spite of Myself", was published.

In Spite of Myself

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2009: Plummer Discusses His Feelings About the Character

In 2009, Christopher Plummer expressed that he was 'a bit bored with the character' of Captain Von Trapp. He acknowledged the film's quality and its appeal to a wide audience.

2020: Filmed "Departure" Season 2 from home due to COVID-19

In 2020, due to the COVID-19 pandemic and Canadian travel restrictions, Christopher Plummer filmed his parts for season 2 of "Departure" from his home in Connecticut.

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