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Aksel Hennie - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | October 29, 1975 |
|---|---|
| Age | 50 |
| Birthplace | Oslo, Norway |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio - (see also Aksel Hennie's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rabbit |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Starring in 'Headhunters' (2011), 'Max Manus: Man of War' (2008), and appearing in 'The Martian' (2015). |
Intro
Aksel Hennie is a Norwegian actor, director, and writer best known internationally for his roles in 'Headhunters' and Ridley Scott's 'The Martian.' He is a prominent figure in Norwegian cinema, both as a performer and director.
Early Life & Background
Aksel Hennie was born and raised in Oslo, Norway. Early in life, he faced legal troubles related to graffiti, which he later used as inspiration for his directorial debut. Hennie attended the Norwegian National Academy of Theatre, graduating in 2001.
Career Highlights
- Breakthrough role in 'Uno' (2004), which he also wrote and directed.
- Starred in 'Max Manus: Man of War' (2008), a major Norwegian war film.
- Lead role in 'Headhunters' (2011), which achieved international success.
- Appeared as Alex Vogel in 'The Martian' (2015) directed by Ridley Scott.
- Received the Amanda Award for Best Actor for 'Uno.'
Trivia
- Was named one of European films’ 'Shooting Stars' by European Film Promotion in 2004.
- His experience with graffiti-related criminal charges in his youth inspired his semi-autobiographical film 'Uno.'
FAQs
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How old is Aksel Hennie?
Aksel Hennie is 50 years old.
When was Aksel Hennie born?
Aksel Hennie was born the 29 October 1975.
Where is Aksel Hennie from?
Oslo, Norway.
On His Birth-Day
About October 29th, 1975, in brief:
- Historical events: On October 29, 1975, the New York Daily News published a front-page headline reading "FORD TO CITY: DROP DEAD," following President Gerald Ford's refusal to provide federal assistance to New York City during its fiscal crisis. This headline is considered one of the most controversial in the newspaper's history.
- Day of the week: October 29th, 1975 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Scorpio (in western zodiac), Rabbit (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Island Girl by Elton John
- #1 UK song: Hold Me Close by David Essex
- Popular movie: One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest directed by Miloš Forman
Check the link for more news and curiosities on October 29th, 1975.