As per our current Database, Eddie Edwards is still alive (as per Wikipedia, Last update: May 10, 2020).
Currently, Eddie Edwards is 60 years, 11 months and 16 days old. Eddie Edwards will celebrate 61rd birthday on a Thursday 5th of December 2024. Below we countdown to Eddie Edwards upcoming birthday.
| Popular As | Eddie Edwards |
| Occupation | Skier |
| Age | 60 years old |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius |
| Born | December 5, 1963 (Cheltenham, England) |
| Birthday | December 5 |
| Town/City | Cheltenham, England |
| Nationality | England |
Eddie Edwards’s zodiac sign is Sagittarius. According to astrologers, Sagittarius is curious and energetic, it is one of the biggest travelers among all zodiac signs. Their open mind and philosophical view motivates them to wander around the world in search of the meaning of life. Sagittarius is extrovert, optimistic and enthusiastic, and likes changes. Sagittarius-born are able to transform their thoughts into concrete actions and they will do anything to achieve their goals.
Eddie Edwards was born in the Year of the Rabbit. Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Rabbit enjoy being surrounded by family and friends. They’re popular, compassionate, sincere, and they like to avoid conflict and are sometimes seen as pushovers. Rabbits enjoy home and entertaining at home. Compatible with Goat or Pig.
The first skier to represent Great Britain in ski jumping at the Olympics; he also broke the distance record.
He was born in the city of Cheltenham, England, but moved to Lake Placid in order to pursue more intense training so he could qualify for the Olympics.
He was responsible for the 'Eddie the Eagle Rule,' which mandates that Olympic hopefuls must compete in international events and finish in the top 30 percent or the top 50 competitors.
He married Samantha Morton in 2003.
In 2016, a film about him titled Eddie the Eagle was released, with Taron Egerton portraying him.
