Burt Reynolds was an American actor, director, and producer who became one of Hollywood’s most iconic leading men, known for his charm, rugged good looks, and charismatic performances.
Born on February 11, 1936, in Lansing, Michigan, Reynolds grew up in Florida and initially pursued a career in football before an injury redirected him toward acting. After studying theater, he began his career in television during the 1960s, with roles in series such as Gunsmoke and Dan August.
While he found steady work, it wasn’t until the 1970s that Reynolds rose to superstardom, becoming one of the most bankable stars of the decade
He’s appeared in nearly 100 films and was Hollywood’s top box office star for years. Now Burt Reynolds plays an aging actor traveling to Nashville in “The Last Movie Star.” The actor tells TODAY’s Hoda Kotb that of the many women in his life, Sally Field comes first – and that in the story of his life, he would want George Clooney to play him.
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