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Norman ReedusActor
Date of Birth: 06.01.1969
Country:  USA |
Biography of Norman Reedus
Early Life and Education
Norman Mark Reedus was born on January 6, 1969, in Hollywood, Broward County, Florida, USA. He grew up in Los Angeles. Not much is known about Reedus' education, but he briefly attended Bethany College before pursuing a career in modeling.
Modeling Career
In the early 90s, Reedus worked as a model for various renowned brands, including Prada, Levi's, and Lexus. He also appeared in several music videos, such as Keith Richards' "Wicked As It Seems," Bjork's "Violently Happy," and Radiohead's "Fake Plastic Trees."
Artistic Pursuits and Harley-Davidson
During his time working at Harley-Davidson in Venice, California, Reedus showcased his talents as an artist, photographer, sculptor, and video artist. His works were exhibited in galleries in New York, Berlin, and Frankfurt. In 2013, he released a book of photographs titled "The Sun's Coming Up... Like A Big Bald Head," followed by the fan art collection "Thanks For All The Niceness" in 2014.
Acting Career
Reedus was introduced to the world of acting after meeting a theater enthusiast at a party in Los Angeles. He made his stage debut in the play "Maps for Drowners" at the Tiffany Theater on Sunset Boulevard. Inspired by this experience, Reedus decided to pursue a career in film and television.
In 1997, Reedus made his film debut in "Floating," where he received critical acclaim and won the Special Jury Award for Best Acting at the New England Film & Video Festival. He went on to appear in notable films and TV shows such as "Six Ways to Sunday" (1998), "Dark Harbor" (1998), "Boondock Saints" (1999), "Blade II" (2002), and "The Walking Dead."
The Walking Dead Success
Reedus gained widespread recognition and a devoted fanbase for his role as Daryl Dixon in the hit TV series "The Walking Dead" since its premiere in 2010. He has been nominated for numerous awards for his portrayal of Daryl and has won accolades such as the Satellite Awards, IGN Awards, and IGN People's Choice Awards.
Personal Life
Reedus was in a relationship with Danish supermodel Helena Christensen from 1998 to 2003. They have a son named Mingus Lucien Reedus, born in October 1999. After their breakup, Reedus and Christensen remained friends and shared joint custody of their son.
During the filming of "Sky" in 2015, Reedus met actress Diane Kruger, known for her roles in "Troy" (2004) and "National Treasure" (2004). They began dating and announced their pregnancy in May 2018. The baby will be Reedus' second child and Kruger's first.
Current Projects
Reedus is set to reprise his role as Daryl Dixon in the upcoming ninth season of "The Walking Dead." He is also involved in the documentary series "Ride with Norman Reedus," where he travels across the country with celebrity guests.
Despite criticism of the show's declining quality, Reedus' charismatic portrayal of Daryl Dixon continues to captivate audiences. His performance remains one of the main reasons viewers tune in to "The Walking Dead" after nine seasons.
