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Hans Christian Andersen (often referred to in Scandinavia as H. C. Andersen; April 2 1805 - August 4 1875) was a Danish author and poet. Although a prolific writer of plays travelogues novels and poems Andersen is best remembered for his fairy tales a literary genre he so mastered that he himself has become as mythical as the tales he wrote.
When is Hans Christian Andersen's birthday?
Hans Christian Andersen was born on the , which was a Tuesday. Hans Christian Andersen's next birthday would be in 290 days (would be turning 221years old then).
How old would Hans Christian Andersen be today?
Today, Hans Christian Andersen would be 220 years old. To be more precise, Hans Christian Andersen would be 80314 days old or 1927536 hours.
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What was Hans Christian Andersen's zodiac sign?
Hans Christian Andersen's zodiac sign was Aries.
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The ruling planet of Aries is Mars. Therefore, lucky days were Tuesdays and lucky numbers were: 9, 18, 27, 36, 45, 54, 63 and 72. Scarlet and Red were Hans Christian Andersen's lucky colors. Typical positive character traits of Aries include: Spontaneity, Brazenness, Action-orientation and Openness. Negative character traits could be: Impatience, Impetuousness, Foolhardiness, Selfishness and Jealousy.Was Hans Christian Andersen gay or straight?
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16% of all voters think that Hans Christian Andersen was gay (homosexual), 21% voted for straight (heterosexual), and 63% like to think that Hans Christian Andersen was actually bisexual.
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Is Hans Christian Andersen still alive? Are there any death rumors?
Unfortunately no, Hans Christian Andersen is not alive anymore. The death rumors are true.
Are there any photos of Hans Christian Andersen's hairstyle or shirtless?
Well, we don't have any of that kind, but here is a normal photo.
Photo by: Hans Christian Andersen (1805-1875), License: Author died more than 70 years ago public domain images, http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:1963_Fabeloj_Andersen.jpg
How old was Hans Christian Andersen when he/she died?
Hans Christian Andersen was 70 years old when he/she died.
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When did Hans Christian Andersen die? How long ago was that?
Hans Christian Andersen died on the 4th of August 1875, which was a Wednesday. The tragic death occurred 149 years ago.
Where was Hans Christian Andersen born?
Hans Christian Andersen was born in Denmark, Odense.
Did Hans Christian Andersen do drugs? Did Hans Christian Andersen smoke cigarettes or weed?
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Where did Hans Christian Andersen die?
Hans Christian Andersen died in Copenhagen, Denmark.
What kind of books did Hans Christian Andersen write? What genre was Hans Christian Andersen?
Hans Christian Andersen is known for a variety of different literature styles. Genres Hans Christian Andersen is best known for are: Children's literature and Travel literature.
Who are similar writers to Hans Christian Andersen?
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What is Hans Christian Andersen doing now?
As mentioned above, Hans Christian Andersen died 149 years ago. Feel free to add stories and questions about Hans Christian Andersen's life as well as your comments below.
What is Hans Christian Andersen's net worth in 2025? How much does Hans Christian Andersen earn?
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