William Gibson American Actor Born 1948 in Conway
William Gibson · writer and novelist · American
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Biography
William Gibson (17 March 1948, Conway) is an American actor. He is recognised for appearances in Johnny Mnemonic (1995) and The X-Files (1993).
Early life
He studied at University of British Columbia (Bachelor of Arts, English-language literature), finishing in 1977 and Emerson Preparatory School.
Career
Records list Two for the Seesaw (1962) as his earliest screen credit. In all, 7 films and one TV series appear in his credits from 1962 to 2001. The newest title on record is Cyberman, from 2001. He is also credited as director on Piranha, and writer on 3 titles, including The Miracle Worker.
The records associate him with science fiction and cyberpunk. Neuromancer is listed among his notable work.
Recognition
William Gibson received the Hugo Award for Best Novel in 1985 for Neuromancer. Further recognition came with the Nebula Award for Best Novel (1985) for Neuromancer and the Science Fiction and Fantasy Hall of Fame (2008). His awards record shows 13 wins and 44 nominations.
Filmography
8 credits| Year | Title | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Cyberman | Film | |
| 2000 | No Maps for These Territories | Film | |
| 2000 | Rules of Engagement | Film | |
| 1995 | Johnny Mnemonic | Writer | Film |
| 1993–2018 | The X-Files | TV series | |
| 1979 | The Miracle Worker | Writer | Film |
| 1972 | Piranha | Director | Film |
| 1962 | Two for the Seesaw | Writer | Film |
Awards and nominations
13 won, 44 nominated| Year | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Damon Knight Memorial Grand Master Award | Won | |
| 2016 | Inkpot Award | Won | |
| 2013 | Locus Poll Award | Distrust That Particular Flavor | Won |
| 2008 | Science Fiction and Fantasy Hall of Fame | Won | |
| 1995 | Aurora Awards | Virtual Light | Won |
| 1992 | Tähtivaeltaja Award | Won | |
| 1989 | Aurora Awards | Mona Lisa Overdrive | Won |
| 1987 | Seiun Award for Best Translated Long Work | Neuromancer | Won |
| 1985 | Ditmar Award | Neuromancer | Won |
| 1985 | Hugo Award for Best Novel | Neuromancer | Won |
| 1985 | Nebula Award for Best Novel | Neuromancer | Won |
| 1985 | Philip K. Dick Award | Neuromancer | Won |
| 1985 | Science Fiction Chronicle Award | Neuromancer | Won |
| 2021 | Locus Award for Best Science Fiction Novel | Agency | Nominated |
| 2015 | Locus Award for Best Science Fiction Novel | The Peripheral | Nominated |
Show all 57 entries
| Year | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Locus Award for Best Science Fiction Novel | Zero History | Nominated |
| 2009 | Grand Prix de l'Imaginaire for Best Foreign Novel | Spook Country | Nominated |
| 2008 | Locus Award for Best Science Fiction Novel | Spook Country | Nominated |
| 2006 | Grand Prix de l'Imaginaire for Best Foreign Novel | Pattern Recognition | Nominated |
| 2004 | Arthur C. Clarke Award | Pattern Recognition | Nominated |
| 2004 | Locus Award for Best Science Fiction Novel | Pattern Recognition | Nominated |
| 2003 | BSFA Award for Best Novel | Pattern Recognition | Nominated |
| 2000 | Locus Award for Best Science Fiction Novel | All Tomorrow's Parties | Nominated |
| 1997 | Locus Award for Best Science Fiction Novel | Idoru | Nominated |
| 1994 | Hugo Award for Best Novel | Virtual Light | Nominated |
| 1994 | Locus Award for Best Science Fiction Novel | Virtual Light | Nominated |
| 1992 | Locus Award for Best Science Fiction Novel | The Difference Engine | Nominated |
| 1992 | Locus Award for Best Short Story | Skinner's Room | Nominated |
| 1992 | Nebula Award for Best Novel | The Difference Engine | Nominated |
| 1991 | Locus Award for Best Science Fiction Novel | The Difference Engine | Nominated |
| 1990 | BSFA Award for Best Novel | The Difference Engine | Nominated |
| 1989 | Hugo Award for Best Novel | Mona Lisa Overdrive | Nominated |
| 1989 | Locus Award for Best Science Fiction Novel | Mona Lisa Overdrive | Nominated |
| 1989 | Nebula Award for Best Novel | Mona Lisa Overdrive | Nominated |
| 1987 | Hugo Award for Best Novel | Count Zero | Nominated |
| 1987 | Hugo Award for Best Novelette | The Winter Market | Nominated |
| 1987 | Locus Award for Best Collection | Burning Chrome | Nominated |
| 1987 | Locus Award for Best Novelette | The Winter Market | Nominated |
| 1987 | Locus Award for Best Science Fiction Novel | Count Zero | Nominated |
| 1987 | Nebula Award for Best Novel | Count Zero | Nominated |
| 1987 | Nebula Award for Best Novelette | The Winter Market | Nominated |
| 1986 | BSFA Award for Best Novel | Count Zero | Nominated |
| 1986 | BSFA Award for Best Short Fiction | The Winter Market | Nominated |
| 1986 | Hugo Award for Best Novelette | Dogfight | Nominated |
| 1986 | Locus Award for Best Novelette | Dogfight | Nominated |
| 1986 | Nebula Award for Best Novelette | Dogfight | Nominated |
| 1985 | Locus Award for Best First Novel | Neuromancer | Nominated |
| 1985 | Locus Award for Best Science Fiction Novel | Neuromancer | Nominated |
| 1985 | Locus Award for Best Short Story | New Rose Hotel | Nominated |
| 1984 | BSFA Award for Best Novel | Neuromancer | Nominated |
| 1984 | Locus Award for Best Novelette | Red Star, Winter Orbit | Nominated |
| 1983 | Locus Award for Best Novelette | Burning Chrome | Nominated |
| 1983 | Nebula Award for Best Novelette | Burning Chrome | Nominated |
| 1982 | Locus Award for Best Novelette | Johnny Mnemonic | Nominated |
| 1982 | Locus Award for Best Short Story | Hinterlands | Nominated |
| 1982 | Locus Award for Best Short Story | The Gernsback Continuum | Nominated |
| 1982 | Nebula Award for Best Short Story | Johnny Mnemonic | Nominated |
Personal life
He studied at University of British Columbia (Bachelor of Arts, English-language literature), finishing in 1977 and Emerson Preparatory School.
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Frequently asked questions
How old is William Gibson?
William Gibson is 78 years old, born on 17 March 1948 in Conway.
What is William Gibson known for?
William Gibson is known for Johnny Mnemonic (1995) and The X-Files (1993).
What is William Gibson’s nationality?
William Gibson is American, born in Conway.
Has William Gibson won any awards?
Yes. 13 awards are on record, including Damon Knight Memorial Grand Master Award (2018).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q188987), accessed October 2026
- Photo: Gonzo Bonzo · CC BY-SA 2.0
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