Updated Feb 20, 2026
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Known For
Actor
Birthday
(Monday)
Died
Birthplace
Jacksonville, Illinois, USA
Height
191 cm (6'3")
Nationality
Weight
100 kg (220 lbs)
Languages
English
Education
Truman State University
Zodiac Sign
♌ Leo
Chinese Zodiac
羊 Goat
Popularity
Tier B -- 28,107 Wikipedia views/month
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Screen debut
First screen credit at age 31
Year context
Born in 1943 -- Battle of Stalingrad ends; Allied invasion of Italy; Franklin D. Roosevelt was US president
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Career
Career spanning 33 years (1975-2008)
Zodiac
Born in the Year of the Goat
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Sustainability
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Cultural Uplift
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Filmography (2)
AWARDS (1)
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International Boxing Hall of Fame
1992
WON
Biography
Kenneth Howard Norton Sr. was an American professional boxer who competed from 1967 to 1981. He is often considered One of Greatest Heavyweight boxers of All Time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old was Ken Norton?
Ken Norton was born on and passed away on at the age of 70.
Where was Ken Norton born?
Ken Norton was born in Jacksonville, Illinois, USA.
What movies or shows has Ken Norton been in?
Ken Norton has 2 credits in our database. Notable titles include The Man Who Came Back (2008), Mandingo (1975).
What is Ken Norton known for?
Ken Norton is primarily known as an actor. Kenneth Howard Norton Sr. was an American professional boxer who competed from 1967 to 1981. He is often considered One of Greatest Heavyweight boxers of…
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