Ron Kovic

About Ron Kovic

Born on the Fourth of July, his 1976 autobiography, is his most well-known work as an anti-war activist and author. The biography was adapted for film by Tom Cruise, who won an Academy Award for his performance.

Ronald Lawrence Kovic is an anti-war activist, writer, former naval sergeant who was injured and paralyzed during the Vietnam War. His 1976 hit memoir Born July 4 was made into a 1989 Oscar-winning film directed by Oliver Stone. Kovic received the Golden Globe Award for Best Screenplay on January 20, 1990, 22 years after he was injured in Vietnam, and was nominated for an Oscar in the same category.

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Ron Kovic before fame

He enlisted in the United States Marine Corps after graduating from high school. He was partially paralyzed as a result of his Vietnam War injuries, and he was given the Bronze Star and the Purple Heart for his bravery.

Achievement of Ron Kovic

In 1976, he delivered a speech at the Democratic National Convention.

Salary 2020

Not known

Net Worth 2020

$1 Million

Ron Kovic family life

After his birth in Wisconsin, he was raised in New York by his Irish mother and Croatian father. In his later years, he lived in Redondo Beach, California.

Associations of Ron Kovic

He was the inspiration for Bruce Springsteen's song"Shut Out the Light".

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