Harrison Ford. Overview and main events
Overview and main events
Harrison Ford, born on July 13, 1942, is a renowned American actor celebrated for his iconic roles in film and television. With a career spanning over seven decades, Ford has become a household name, particularly for his portrayals of Han Solo in the 'Star Wars' series, Indiana Jones in the 'Indiana Jones' franchise, and Rick Deckard in 'Blade Runner.' Here is a timeline of some of the most significant events and milestones in his life and career.
July 13, 1942
Birth
Harrison Ford was born in Chicago, Illinois, to parents Dorothy and William Ford, both former actors. He grew up in the suburbs of Chicago and developed an early interest in acting.
1960s
Early Career and Education
Ford attended Maine East High School and later Ripon College in Wisconsin, where he majored in Philosophy and was a member of the Sigma Nu fraternity. During this period, he began taking minor acting roles in films and television, but also worked as a carpenter to support himself.
1973
Breakthrough Role in 'American Graffiti'
Ford gained his first major film role in George Lucas's 'American Graffiti,' which marked the beginning of his significant collaboration with Lucas. This role helped launch his career in the film industry.
1977
Star Wars and Rise to Fame
Ford achieved worldwide fame with his starring role as Han Solo in George Lucas's epic space opera 'Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope.' This role cemented his status as a leading man in Hollywood.
1981
Indiana Jones Franchise
Ford starred as the titular character in Steven Spielberg's 'Raiders of the Lost Ark,' initiating the highly successful 'Indiana Jones' franchise. He reprised this role in several sequels, including 'Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom,' 'Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade,' 'Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull,' and 'Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny.'
1982
Blade Runner
Ford played the role of Rick Deckard in Ridley Scott's dystopian science fiction film 'Blade Runner,' a role he reprised 35 years later in 'Blade Runner 2049.'
1985
Academy Award Nomination for 'Witness'
Ford received an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor for his performance as an urban homicide detective in Peter Weir's drama 'Witness.' This role showcased his versatility as an actor.
1990s-2000s
Diverse Film Roles
Ford continued to take on a wide range of roles, including 'The Fugitive,' 'Air Force One,' 'What Lies Beneath,' and 'K-19: The Widowmaker.' He also reprised his role as Jack Ryan in 'Patriot Games' and 'Clear and Present Danger.'
2015
Return to Star Wars
Ford reprised his iconic role as Han Solo in 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens,' marking his return to the 'Star Wars' franchise after several decades.
2022-2023
Television Roles
Ford ventured into major television roles, starring in the Paramount+ series '1923,' a prequel to 'Yellowstone,' and the Apple TV+ series 'Shrinking,' a dramedy where he plays a therapist recently diagnosed with Parkinson's disease.
