Amanda Tapping - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | August 28, 1965 |
|---|---|
| Age | 60 |
| Birthplace | Rochford, Essex, England, UK |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo - (see also Amanda Tapping's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Snake |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Her portrayal of Samantha Carter in 'Stargate SG-1,' 'Stargate Atlantis,' and 'Stargate Universe,' as well as her work on 'Sanctuary.' |
Intro
Amanda Tapping is a British-Canadian actress and director, best known for her role as Samantha Carter in the science fiction television series 'Stargate SG-1' and its spin-offs. She has also gained acclaim as a director and as the lead in the series 'Sanctuary.'
Early Life & Background
Amanda Tapping was born in Rochford, Essex, England, and moved to Ontario, Canada with her family at the age of three. She attended North Toronto Collegiate Institute and then studied drama at the University of Windsor School of Dramatic Arts.
Career Highlights
- Portrayed Samantha Carter in 'Stargate SG-1' (1997–2007), 'Stargate Atlantis' (2007–2009), and 'Stargate Universe' (2009–2011).
- Starred as Helen Magnus in 'Sanctuary' (2008–2011), and served as an executive producer and director on the series.
- Directed episodes for various television series, including 'Stargate SG-1,' 'Sanctuary,' 'Arctic Air,' 'Continuum,' and 'The Flash.'
Trivia
- She was awarded the Canadian Space Agency Award for promoting science and technology through her role as Samantha Carter.
- Amanda Tapping co-founded the charity 'Sanctuary for Kids' to help children in crisis worldwide.
FAQs
People also ask
Amanda Tapping is 60 years old.
Amanda Tapping was born the 28 August 1965.
Rochford, Essex, England, UK.
On Her Birth-Day
About August 28th, 1965, in brief:
- Historical events: The first Subway restaurant was established on August 28, 1965, in Bridgeport, Connecticut, by 17-year-old Fred DeLuca and his family friend Dr. Peter Buck. The initial investment was $1,000, and the restaurant was originally named "Pete's Super Submarines."
- Day of the week: August 28th, 1965 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Snake (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: I Got You Babe by Sonny & Cher
- #1 UK song: I Got You Babe by Sonny & Cher
- Popular movie: The Sound of Music directed by Robert Wise
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