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Billy Zane, born on February 24, 1966 in Chicago, Illinois, United States, is a film director, voice actor and stage actor. That puts Billy Zane at 60 years old in 2026. Credited works include Titanic.
My Take
Billy Zane is proof that a great villain can steal a film from its leads. Everyone remembers Titanic for the romance, but the picture needs Cal's smug menace to work, and Zane delivered it with relish. I first took notice of him through Dead Calm, where critics flagged him as one of the most promising actors of his generation, and that early intensity never really left his work. What I admire is his range beyond acting, spanning directing, voice work, and the stage, and his refusal to be embarrassed by playing the heavy. Actors who commit fully to being hated earn a special kind of respect from me, and Zane has it.
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1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Billy Zane
- Name (Japanese)
- ビリー・ゼイン
- Reading
- びりー・ぜいん
- Born
- February 24, 1966 (age 60)
- Origin
- Chicago, Illinois, United States
- Occupation
- actor / film director / voice actor / stage actor / television actor
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Pisces / Horse
2. Works & records
Filmography / notable works
| Category | Title |
|---|---|
| Notable work | Titanic |
3. Links
4. About this entry
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- Last updated
Only publicly available facts are listed; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. Base data was compiled from Wikidata from June 2026 onward; ages are recalculated daily and deaths are checked against Wikidata on an ongoing basis. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.
Frequently asked questions
When was Billy Zane born?
Billy Zane was born on February 24, 1966 and is 60 years old.
Where is Billy Zane from?
Billy Zane is from Chicago, Illinois, United States.
What does Billy Zane do?
Billy Zane works as actor, film director, voice actor, stage actor, television actor.
What is Billy Zane known for?
Billy Zane's notable works include Titanic.
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