Childhood and Education Journey of Michael Caine in Timeline

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Michael Caine. From birth to education, explore key events.

Sir Michael Caine is a highly celebrated English actor with a distinctive Cockney accent and a career spanning eight decades, during which he appeared in over 160 films. A British cultural icon, he has received numerous accolades, including two Academy Awards, a BAFTA, and three Golden Globes. His films have grossed over $7.8 billion worldwide. Caine is one of only five male actors nominated for an acting Academy Award in five different decades. He received a BAFTA Fellowship in 2000 and was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II.

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

1954: Caine married Patricia Haines

In 1954, Michael Caine married actress Patricia Haines.

1955: Caine requested fatal overdose for his father

In a 2010 Classic FM interview, Michael Caine recounted requesting a doctor to deliberately give his father a fatal overdose when he was dying from liver cancer in 1955.

1958: Caine divorced Patricia Haines

In 1958, Michael Caine divorced Patricia Haines.

January 1973: Caine married Shakira Baksh

On January 8, 1973, Michael Caine married actress and model Shakira Baksh.

1976: Caine became part owner of Langan's Brasserie

Starting in 1976, Michael Caine became part owner of Langan's Brasserie.

1992: Death of Caine's half-brother, David

In 1992, Michael Caine's elder half-brother, David, who suffered from severe epilepsy and had been kept in Cane Hill Mental Hospital his entire life, died.

2010: Caine endorsed voluntary euthanasia

In a 2010 Classic FM interview, Michael Caine endorsed voluntary euthanasia and recounted requesting a doctor to deliberately give his father a fatal overdose in 1955 when he was dying from liver cancer.

July 2016: Caine changes name by deed poll

In July 2016, Michael Caine changed his name by deed poll to his stage name to simplify security checks at airports.

2021: Caine appears in Twist and suggests retirement

In 2021, Michael Caine appeared in the film Twist, an adaptation of Oliver Twist, playing Fagin. During promotion for the 2021 film Best Sellers, he suggested he would retire due to walking difficulties and interest in novel-writing, though his representatives later denied this.

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October 2023: Caine Confirmed Retirement from Acting

On October 13, 2023, Michael Caine officially confirmed his retirement from acting, citing the decreasing likelihood of him getting leading roles. He made the announcement during a BBC Today radio interview, referencing the positive reviews for his lead role in The Great Escaper as a high point to conclude his career.

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