Early Life and Education of Woody Harrelson: A Complete Timeline

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Woody Harrelson. A timeline of key moments.

Woody Harrelson is an acclaimed American actor, best known for his breakout role as Woody Boyd in the sitcom Cheers, which earned him a Primetime Emmy Award. He has garnered significant recognition for his performances in film, securing three Academy Award nominations: Best Actor for his portrayal in The People vs. Larry Flynt, and Best Supporting Actor for his roles in The Messenger and Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri. His career showcases a versatile talent and consistent presence in both television and film.

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

1991: Protested against the First Gulf War

In 1991, Woody Harrelson protested against the First Gulf War at UCLA and during a college concert tour in Iowa and Nebraska under the auspices of "Woody Harrelson Educational Tours".

June 1, 1996: Arrest for planting hemp seeds

On June 1, 1996, Woody Harrelson was arrested in Lee County, Kentucky, for symbolically planting four hemp seeds to challenge the state law regarding industrial hemp and marijuana. He was later acquitted.

2002: Arrest in London after taxi incident

In 2002, Woody Harrelson was arrested in London after an incident involving a taxi. He was later released on bail, and the case was dismissed after he compensated the taxi driver.

2002: Condemned Preparation for US invasion of Iraq

In 2002, Woody Harrelson wrote an article in The Guardian condemning President George W. Bush's preparation for a US invasion of Iraq.

2003: Spoke against invasion of Iraq

In 2003, Woody Harrelson spoke publicly against the invasion of Iraq.

2003: Joined NORML's advisory board

Since 2003, Woody Harrelson has served as a member on NORML's advisory board, supporting the legalization of marijuana and hemp.

2006: Alleged attack on Photographer

In 2006, Woody Harrelson was allegedly involved in an attack outside a Hollywood nightclub involving a TMZ photographer. A video appeared showing him grabbing a camera.

September 2007: Attended PICNIC'07 festival in Amsterdam

In September 2007, Woody Harrelson attended the PICNIC'07 festival in Amsterdam, an event focused on creativity, science, technology, media, and business for exploring new solutions.

2008: Lawsuit Filed by TMZ photographer

In 2008, TMZ photographer Josh Levine filed a lawsuit against Woody Harrelson for an alleged attack outside a Hollywood nightclub in 2006.

April 2010: Lawsuit Dismissed

In April 2010, the lawsuit filed by TMZ photographer Josh Levine against Woody Harrelson was dismissed.

June 2010: Participated in Soccer Aid

In June 2010, Woody Harrelson participated in Soccer Aid at Old Trafford in Manchester to raise money for UNICEF, scoring the winning goal in the penalty shootout.

2010: Hemp planting featured in documentary

In 2010, the events surrounding Woody Harrelson's 1996 hemp seed planting were featured in the Michael P. Henning documentary film, Hempsters: Plant the Seed.

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