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Britt Ekland

Britt Ekland - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornOctober 06, 1942
Age83
BirthplaceStockholm, Sweden
Zodiac SignLibra - (see also Britt Ekland's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacHorse
GenerationSilent Generation
Known ForActress in 'The Man with the Golden Gun' (1974) and 'The Wicker Man' (1973)

Intro

Britt Ekland is a Swedish actress and singer internationally recognized for her roles in films from the 1960s and 1970s. She gained global fame for her performance as Bond girl Mary Goodnight in the James Bond film 'The Man with the Golden Gun' (1974) and for her role in the cult classic 'The Wicker Man' (1973).

Early Life & Background

Britt Ekland was born in Stockholm, Sweden, and was raised in a middle-class family. She developed an early interest in acting and drama, studying at drama school before starting her career as a model and subsequently moving into acting in the early 1960s.

Career Highlights

  • Starred as Mary Goodnight in 'The Man with the Golden Gun' (1974) opposite Roger Moore as James Bond.
  • Featured as Willow in 'The Wicker Man' (1973), regarded as a classic of British horror cinema.
  • Appeared in the comedy 'Get Carter' (1971) with Michael Caine.
  • Had a brief music career, releasing singles in the 1970s.
  • Was well-known in the 1970s and 1980s for her high-profile relationships, including marriage to actor Peter Sellers.

Trivia

  • Ekland's marriage to Peter Sellers made her a media sensation in the 1960s.
  • She has appeared in several reality TV shows in the UK, including 'I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here!'
  • Ekland was a close friend of singer Rod Stewart.

FAQs

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How old is Britt Ekland?

Britt Ekland is 83 years old.

When was Britt Ekland born?

Britt Ekland was born the 6 October 1942.

Where is Britt Ekland from?

Stockholm, Sweden.

On Her Birth-Day

About October 6th, 1942, in brief:

  • Historical events: German Army Group A captured the oil city of Malgobek, advancing their position in the region.
  • Day of the week: October 6th, 1942 was a Tuesday
  • Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • Popular movie: This Gun for Hire directed by Frank Tuttle

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Britt_Ekland
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0002059/