Holm Ian Vedic birth chart profile
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Holm Ian

★ September 12, 1931 · Ilford, England
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Sun Sign
Leo
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Ascendant
Cancer
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Nakshatra
Purva Phalguni
Birth Star
Current Dasha · Mercury / Jupiter / Rahu · Aug 2026 – Dec 2026
ActorEntertainmentCareer - software engineerDivorceeMultiple MarriagesFour TimesDestiny Number 9Soul Number 9
Biography

Who is Holm Ian?

British actor with the Royal Shakespeare Company, he made a name for himself in movies and television as well. He received the 1967 Tony Award for Best Featured Actor for his performance as Lenny in The Homecoming and the 1998 Laurence Olivier Award for Best Actor for his performance in the title role of King Lear. He won the 1981 BAFTA Award for Best Actor in a Supporting Role for his role as athletics trainer Sam Mussabini in Chariots of Fire, for which he was also nominated for an Academy Award. His other well-known film roles include Ash in Alien, Father Vito Cornelius in The Fifth Element, Chef Skinner in Ratatouille, and Bilbo Baggins in The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit film series. On stage he appeared with some of Britains other illustrious stars, including Kenneth Branagh. He played Napoleon Bonaparte three times: first, in the 1972 television series Napoleon and Love; next, in a cameo comic rendition, in Terry Gilliams Time Bandits (1981); third, in 2001 he played the fallen and exiled leader in the fanciful film The Emperors New Clothes. Holm was married four times and had five children. In 1991 he married his third wife, Penelope Wilton, with whom he performed in the movie The Borrowers (1993). They divorced in 2001. Holm was awarded a CBE in 1989 (Commander of the British Empire). In 1998 he was knighted. He was treated for prostate cancer in 2001. He died in hospital in the morning of 19 June 2020 at the age of 88. He had been battling Parkinsons disease for a number of years. Link to Wikipedia biography
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Ian Holm Public Profile

Ian Holm (12 September 1931 – 19 June 2020) was a British actor born in Goodmayes, Ilford, Essex, United Kingdom. He had a long and varied career across stage, film, and television, earning recognition for his versatility and discipline as a performer. Holm was knighted in 1998 for services to drama, reflecting a distinguished career that spanned decades.

News

  • 2020: Ian Holm passed away in London at the age of 88. His death was reported by major outlets, with tributes highlighting his extensive work in film, theatre and television and his impact on British acting.
  • Subsequent obituaries and retrospectives celebrated his roles across genres, from science fiction and fantasy to historic drama and stage work with the Royal Shakespeare Company.

Recent projects

Holm’s later screen appearances include a cameo as Bilbo Baggins in the prologue of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012). Earlier high-profile roles that defined his career include Ash in Alien (1979) and Sam Mussabini in Chariots of Fire (1981). His work in The Lord of the Rings film trilogy (2001–2003) as Bilbo Baggins contributed to his lasting international profile.

Selected credits

  • Alien (1979) — Ash (android)
  • Chariots of Fire (1981) — Sam Mussabini
  • The Lord of the Rings film trilogy (2001–2003) — Bilbo Baggins
  • The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey (2012) — Bilbo Baggins (prologue cameo)

Public profile details

  • Full name: Ian Holm
  • Birth: 12 September 1931, Goodmayes, Ilford, Essex, United Kingdom
  • Death: 19 June 2020, London, United Kingdom
  • Occupation: Actor
  • Honor: Knighted in 1998 (Sir Ian Holm) for services to drama
  • Career note: Noted for a strong stage background with the Royal Shakespeare Company and a wide range of film and television roles

Social media

There are no widely recognized official public social media accounts for Ian Holm. Any current profiles are unofficial, fan-maintained, or posthumous tributes rather than verified representations of his personal accounts.

Additional notes

Holm’s career showcases a breadth of character work and a commitment to storytelling across mediums. For comprehensive filmography, stage credits, and historical context, consult theatre archives and film databases. While his later years included a prologue appearance in The Hobbit, his lasting legacy rests on decades of diverse and influential performances.

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Which Raj Yogas are in Holm Ian's birth chart?

2 FOUND

Holm Ian's chart shows 2 Raj Yogas, including Hamsa Yoga, Sreenatha Yoga.

Planetary Combinations
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Which dasha is Holm Ian running now?

VIMSHOTTARI

Holm Ian is currently in the Mercury mahadasha, running from Aug 8, 2026 to Dec 10, 2026.

PREVIOUSJun 20, 2026 - Aug 8, 2026
Mercury / Jupiter / Mars
NOWAug 8, 2026 - Dec 10, 2026
Mercury / Jupiter / Rahu
NEXTDec 10, 2026 - May 13, 2027
Mercury / Saturn / Saturn
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What do Holm Ian's numerology numbers say?

Holm Ian's core numbers are Destiny 9, Soul Urge 9, Personality 11, Kabbalah Number 2.

◎Destiny
9

Chaldean Destiny 9 indicates humanitarian expression and completion energy. It supports service, mentoring, and influence through compassion and higher ideals.

❖Soul Urge
9

Chaldean Soul 9 desires purpose and compassion. It seeks to serve, forgive, and complete cycles with wisdom.

◇Personality
11

Chaldean Personality 11 appears intuitive and inspiring. Others often sense sensitivity, vision, and spiritual presence.

∞Kabbalah Number
2

Kabbalah Number 2 reflects an inner spiritual code of harmony and union. It supports empathy, balance, and growth through partnership.

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Life Events & Planetary Transits

Key events mapped against the active Dasha and planetary transits at the time.

1989
Career
Prize 1989 (CBE)
1991
Relationship
Marriage 1991 (Penelope Wilton, his third wife)
1998
Career
Prize 1998 (Knighted)
2001
Relationship
Divorce dates 2001 (from Wilton)
2020
Death
Death, Cause unspecified 19 June 2020 (Age 88)
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