Wilder Gene Vedic birth chart profile
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Wilder Gene

• Remembering (Aug 29, 2016)

★ June 11, 1933 · Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Biography

Who is Wilder Gene?

American comedian and actor who made his screen debut in "Bonnie And Clyde" followed by "The Producers." A frenetic, talented and uncontrollable comic, he also played in, "Everything You Always Wanted To Know About Sex." In 1975, he began directing his own films, as well as writing and producing. The son of a Russian immigrant who found success in the U.S., Wilder studied acting in his home town until 1956 when he went to England to train for theater at Bristol Old Vic Theatre School. He joined the Army and spent two years in the neuropsychiatric hospital ward, which experience he later tapped on in the stage version of "One Flew Over the Cuckoos Nest." Returning to the U.S. and New York City, he spent four years at Lee Strasbergs school. In 1967 he received his first film break when he was cast as a jittery undertaker in the Oscar award winning "Bonnie and Clyde." Once again a twist of fate, he met Mel Brooks through a friend and appeared in his film spoof, "Springtime for Hitler," which was the working title for the movie "The Producers." In 1967, he married Mary Jo Schutz, his sisters college roommate, a marriage that eventually ended in divorce. While filming "Hanky Panky" in 1982, Wilder met Gilda Radner and they lived together off and on for two years before marrying in 1985. When Radner began her struggle with cancer, Wilder put his career on hold and fought her cancer with her. Their marriage was an extremely happy one and her death in 1988 was devastating to him. He met his fourth wife while researching and rewriting the script for "See No Evil, Hear No Evil." Meeting Karen Webb to work on the scripts led to his latest happy marriage, 1991. In 1999 Wilder was diagnosed with cancer himself, non-Hodgkins lymphoma. On 4 February 2000 he checked into a New York hospital for continued treatment, leading to remission. He had stem-cell replacement, a grueling procedure not unlike a bone-marrow transplant. Wilder died at the age of 83 on 29 August 2016, at home in Stamford, Connecticut, from complications of Alzheimers disease. Link to Wikipedia biography
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Gene Wilder (born Jerome Silberman)

Public profile: Gene Wilder was an American actor, writer, and director born on June 11, 1933, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He passed away on August 29, 2016, in Stamford, Connecticut, after a battle with Alzheimer’s disease.

Overview

Wilder gained fame for a string of iconic film roles and his collaborations with writer-director Mel Brooks. His performances combined whimsy, wit, and a touch of melancholy, making him one of the defining comic actors of his generation.

Career highlights

  • The Producers (1967) – widely regarded as a breakthrough film that showcased Wilder's talent.
  • Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971) – beloved take on Roald Dahl's Willy Wonka character.
  • Young Frankenstein (1974) – directed by Mel Brooks; Wilder co-starred as Dr. Frederick Frankenstein.
  • Blazing Saddles (1974) – acclaimed comedy that paired Wilder with Brooks.
  • The Adventure of Sherlock Holmes' Smarter Brother (1975) – Wilder wrote, directed, and starred in this comedy.
  • Stir Crazy (1980) – successful comedic collaboration with Richard Pryor.

Notable projects and legacy

Beyond films, Wilder was active on stage and in television during his peak years. His work continues to be celebrated through film reissues, streaming availability, and retrospectives that highlight his unique blend of charm and mischief. He remains a touchstone for actors who blend humor with pathos.

Recent news and tributes

Since his passing in 2016, the public record shows numerous tributes from fans and colleagues. His films are frequently cited in discussions of classic American cinema, and anniversaries of his key works have prompted renewed interest and appreciation.

Social media and public profiles

There are no official Gene Wilder social media accounts. Any current profiles claiming to represent him are not known to be official; fans and media often reference Wilder through archived interviews and clips.

Recent projects

There have been no new public projects involving Gene Wilder since his death in 2016. His enduring influence lives on through his filmography and the ongoing love of audiences around the world.

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Which planetary combinations are in Wilder Gene's birth chart?

3 FOUND

Wilder Gene's chart shows 3 challenging combinations.

Planetary Combinations
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Which dasha periods did Wilder Gene live through?

VIMSHOTTARI

Vimshottari dasha periods recorded for Wilder Gene, in order.

PREVIOUSMar 28, 2026 - May 25, 2026
Ketu / Mercury / Saturn
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What do Wilder Gene's numerology numbers say?

Wilder Gene's core numbers are Destiny 7, Soul Urge 4, Personality 8, Karmic Debt 22.

◎Destiny
7

Chaldean Destiny 7 indicates specialization, research, and spiritual intelligence. It supports analytics, strategy, deep study, and mastery through solitude.

❖Soul Urge
4

Chaldean Soul 4 desires stability and certainty. It seeks routine, reliability, and a grounded structure to feel secure.

◇Personality
8

Chaldean Personality 8 appears strong, ambitious, and authoritative. Others often see business sense, leadership, and control.

⚖Karmic Debt
22

Master Number 22 in Chaldean numerology amplifies practical vision and large-scale building. It supports legacy creation through structure and responsibility.

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Life Events & Planetary Transits

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

2000
Health
Medical procedure 4 February 2000 (Stem-cell replacement, cancer treatment)
2005
Career
Published/ Exhibited/ Released 1 March 2005 (Personal memoir)
2016
Death
Death by Disease 29 August 2016 (Alzheimers, age 83)
1956
Social
Begin a program of study 1956 (Bristol Old Vic Theatre School)
1960
Relationship
Marriage 22 July 1960 (Mary Mercier)
1967
Relationship
Marriage 27 October 1967 (Second marriage, Mary Jo Schultz)
1981
Relationship
Begin significant relationship 13 August 1981 (With Gilda Radner)
1984
Relationship
Marriage 14 September 1984 (Gilda Radner)
1989
Death
Death of Mate 20 May 1989 (Gilda Radner)
1991
Relationship
Marriage 8 September 1991 (Karen Webb)
1999
Health
Medical diagnosis 1999 (Non-Hodgkins lymphoma diagnosed)
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