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Carice van Houten - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | September 05, 1976 |
|---|---|
| Age | 49 |
| Birthplace | Leiderdorp, Netherlands |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo - (see also Carice van Houten's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dragon |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Portraying Melisandre in Game of Thrones, and her roles in Black Book and Dutch film and television. |
Intro
Carice van Houten is a Dutch actress and singer best known internationally for her role as Melisandre in the HBO series Game of Thrones. She has received multiple awards for her work in Dutch cinema and is acclaimed for both her film and television performances.
Early Life & Background
Carice van Houten was born on September 5, 1976, in Leiderdorp, Netherlands. She grew up in the Netherlands and studied at the Maastricht Academy of Dramatic Arts and the Kleinkunstacademie in Amsterdam.
Career Highlights
- Breakthrough role in the Dutch film 'Black Book' (2006)
- International fame as Melisandre in HBO's 'Game of Thrones' (2012–2019)
- Multiple Golden Calf awards (prestigious Dutch film awards) for Best Actress
- Roles in films such as 'Valkyrie' (2008), 'The Fifth Estate' (2013), and 'Black Butterflies' (2011)
Trivia
- She is also a singer and has released albums.
- Carice has a sister, Jelka van Houten, who is also an actress.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Carice van Houten?
Carice van Houten is 49 years old.
When was Carice van Houten born?
Carice van Houten was born the 5 September 1976.
Where is Carice van Houten from?
Leiderdorp, Netherlands.
On Her Birth-Day
About September 5th, 1976, in brief:
- Historical events: The musical 'Show Boat,' composed by Jerome Kern, concluded its Broadway run on September 5, 1976. This production is notable for its impact on American musical theater and its exploration of racial themes.
- Day of the week: September 5th, 1976 was a Sunday
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: You Should Be Dancing by Bee Gees
- #1 UK song: Don't Go Breaking My Heart by Elton John & Kiki Dee
- Popular movie: Rocky directed by John G. Avildsen
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