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Amanda Peet - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 11, 1972 |
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| Age | 54 |
| Birthplace | New York City, New York, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also Amanda Peet's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Pig |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Acting in film and television, and for her work as a playwright. |
Intro
Amanda Peet is an American actress and playwright, known for her roles in both television and film, including performances in 'The Whole Nine Yards,' 'Something's Gotta Give,' and the series 'Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip.'
Early Life & Background
Peet was born and raised in New York City. She is the daughter of Penny, a social worker, and Charles D. Peet Jr., a corporate lawyer. She attended Friends Seminary, then graduated from Columbia University with a degree in history.
Career Highlights
- Film breakthrough in 'The Whole Nine Yards' (2000).
- Starred in 'Something's Gotta Give' (2003) alongside Diane Keaton and Jack Nicholson.
- Regular cast member on NBC's 'Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip' (2006–2007).
- Appeared in 'Syriana' (2005), '2012' (2009), and 'Identity' (2003).
- Co-created and wrote the Netflix series 'The Chair' (2021).
Trivia
- Peet is married to screenwriter David Benioff, co-creator of 'Game of Thrones.'
- She made her professional debut in a television commercial for Skittles.
- Peet has frequently spoken about combining her career with motherhood.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Amanda Peet?
Amanda Peet is 54 years old.
When was Amanda Peet born?
Amanda Peet was born the 11 January 1972.
Where is Amanda Peet from?
New York City, New York, United States.
On Her Birth-Day
About January 11th, 1972, in brief:
- Historical events: On January 11, 1972, Bangladesh officially declared its independence following a nine-month-long war of liberation against Pakistan. This event marked the establishment of Bangladesh as a sovereign nation, with Sheikh Mujibur Rahman as its first leader.
- Day of the week: January 11th, 1972 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: American Pie (Parts 1 and 2) by Don McLean
- #1 UK song: I'd Like To Teach The World To Sing (In Perfect Harmony) by The New Seekers
- Popular movie: The Godfather directed by Francis Ford Coppola
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