Hank Harris, 1979
Actors · November 5, 1979
Hank Harris
★ HOW OLD IS HANK HARRIS?
Hank Harris is 46 years old, born November 5, 1979 in United States · Scorpio.
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About
Hank Harris became a fixture of 1990s commercial TV as the "beefy boy" in Chef Boyardee ads, then transitioned to film and television acting. Born November 5, 1979, in the US, Harris grew up between Duluth, Minnesota and Santa Fe, New Mexico. He's best known for playing Emory Dick in the teen drama Popular, alongside film roles in Mercury Rising, Pumpkin, and Hellbent. As a Scorpio, he carries the sign's reputation for intensity and transformation—fitting for an actor who pivoted from kid-friendly jingles to dramatic television.
★ FEATURE
Biography
Hank Harris built a career spanning commercials, film, and television that began in the late 1990s. Raised in Duluth, Minnesota and Santa Fe, New Mexico, Harris became a recognizable face through 11 Chef Boyardee commercials in the 1990s, where he played the "beefy boy"—a role that cemented him in millennial pop-culture memory. He also appeared in ads for McDonald's, Wendy's, Burger King, Dr. Pepper, and T-Mobile. His transition to dramatic acting included the teen television series Popular, where he portrayed Emory Dick, a character that became his signature role. His film credits expanded to include Mercury Rising, Pumpkin, and Hellbent, demonstrating range beyond the cheerful commercial archetype. Harris also worked on the television series Dirty Work. Born November 5, 1979, Harris is an American male actor. His Scorpio sun sign aligns with his career's depth—moving from surface-level commercial appeal to more layered dramatic work. As an actor, Harris participates in the craft of performing across multiple mediums, bringing characters to life in both scripted drama and commercial entertainment.
★ ORIGIN
Before Fame
Harris grew up between Duluth, Minnesota and Santa Fe, New Mexico before launching his career in the late 1990s. He began as a commercial actor, becoming widely recognized for appearing in 11 Chef Boyardee commercials throughout the 1990s as the "beefy boy," alongside spots for major fast-food and beverage brands including McDonald's, Wendy's, Burger King, Dr. Pepper, and T-Mobile. This early exposure on television screens across America established him as a recognizable face before he transitioned to scripted film and television roles.
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Trivia
- Harris appeared in 11 Chef Boyardee commercials in the 1990s as the "beefy boy," becoming a recognizable face of 1990s advertising.
- Beyond Chef Boyardee, he landed commercials for McDonald's, Wendy's, Burger King, Dr. Pepper, and T-Mobile during his early career.
- His breakout dramatic role came as Emory Dick in the teen television series Popular.
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Numerology
LIFE-PATH NUMBER
Master Number — The Master Teacher
33 is 6 amplified. Caretakers operating at scale; rare among entertainers, more common among educators and activists.
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Birthday compatibility
By Chinese zodiac — san-he trine for best matches, opposing pair for the most friction-prone.
HIGHLY COMPATIBLE
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- Isa BrionesRabbit · 1999
CHALLENGING
- Janhvi KapoorOx · 1997
- Tian Xiwei
★ FAQ
Frequently asked
- How old is Hank Harris?
- Hank Harris is 46 years old (born November 5, 1979).
- When is Hank Harris's birthday?
- Hank Harris was born on November 5, 1979.
- What is Hank Harris's zodiac sign?
- Hank Harris is a Scorpio, born November 5, 1979.
- What is Hank Harris's Chinese zodiac sign?
- Hank Harris was born in 1979, the year of the Earth Goat.
- Where is Hank Harris from?
- Hank Harris is from United States.
- What does Hank Harris do?
- Hank Harris is a actor.
- Is Hank Harris still alive?
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