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Al Franken - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | May 21, 1951 |
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| Age | 74 |
| Birthplace | New York City, New York, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini - (see also Al Franken's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rabbit |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Comedy writing and performing on 'Saturday Night Live'; serving as a U.S. Senator from Minnesota. |
Intro
Al Franken is an American comedian, writer, political commentator, and former U.S. Senator. He gained fame as a writer and performer on 'Saturday Night Live' and later transitioned into politics, serving as a United States Senator from Minnesota from 2009 to 2018.
Early Life & Background
Al Franken was born to Joseph and Phoebe Franken in New York City. He grew up in the Minneapolis suburb of St. Louis Park, Minnesota, and attended Harvard College, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1973.
Career Highlights
- Original writer and performer on 'Saturday Night Live' from 1975 to 1980, and again from 1985 to 1995.
- Co-wrote the film 'When a Man Loves a Woman' (1994).
- Authored several best-selling political satire books including 'Rush Limbaugh Is a Big Fat Idiot and Other Observations'.
- Hosted 'The Al Franken Show' on Air America Radio (2004–2007).
- Elected as U.S. Senator from Minnesota in 2008, serving from 2009 to 2018.
Trivia
- Franken has won five Primetime Emmy Awards for his work on 'Saturday Night Live'.
- He is a member of the Harvard Lampoon, a noted college humor publication.
- Resigned from the U.S. Senate in 2018 following allegations of sexual misconduct.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Al Franken?
Al Franken is 74 years old.
When was Al Franken born?
Al Franken was born the 21 May 1951.
Where is Al Franken from?
New York City, New York, United States.
On His Birth-Day
About May 21st, 1951, in brief:
- Historical events: The Ninth Street Show, which opened on May 21, 1951, in New York City, was a pivotal exhibition for the New York School of artists, showcasing Abstract Expressionism. This event highlighted the emergence of a new artistic movement that would dominate the American art scene in the following decades.
- Day of the week: May 21st, 1951 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Gemini (in western zodiac), Rabbit (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: A Streetcar Named Desire directed by Elia Kazan
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