Date of birth: May 17, 1936
Date of death: May 29, 2010 (Aged 74)
Full name: Dennis Lee Hopper
Born place: Venice, Los Angeles, California, USA
Height: 5’ 9” (175 cm)
Weight: 174 lbs (79 kg)
Hair color: Grey
Dennis Lee Hopper was born on May 17, 1936, in Dodge City, Kansas, and died on May 29, 2010. He built a career as an actor, director, photographer and artist.
Hopper became known for Easy Rider, which he directed and co-wrote, and for roles in Blue Velvet, Apocalypse Now and Hoosiers. He also exhibited photography and worked in painting and sculpture.
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Biographical and career details were reviewed and the article text was updated on September 10, 2026. Historical measurements and past routine descriptions are identified as such.
