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Chris Hemsworth

Chris Hemsworth - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornAugust 11, 1983
Age42
BirthplaceMelbourne, Victoria, Australia
Zodiac SignLeo - (see also Chris Hemsworth's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacPig
GenerationMillennial Generation
Known ForPlaying Thor in the Marvel Cinematic Universe films

Intro

Chris Hemsworth is an acclaimed Australian actor best known for his role as Thor in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. He has starred in several major films, achieving international fame and recognition for both his action and comedic performances.

Early Life & Background

Chris Hemsworth was born on August 11, 1983, in Melbourne, Australia. He was raised in both Melbourne and the Outback in Bulman, Northern Territory. He is the middle of three brothers, all of whom are actors. Hemsworth attended Heathmont College before starting his acting career in Australia.

Career Highlights

  • Portraying Thor in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (2011–present)
  • Starring in 'Snow White and the Huntsman' (2012) and its sequel
  • Appearing in 'Rush' (2013) as Formula One driver James Hunt
  • Acting in 'Men in Black: International' (2019)
  • Leading Netflix's 'Extraction' (2020) and its sequel

Trivia

  • Named People magazine's Sexiest Man Alive in 2014
  • His brothers, Luke and Liam Hemsworth, are also actors
  • He competed on the Australian version of 'Dancing with the Stars' prior to his Hollywood success

FAQs

People also ask

How old is Chris Hemsworth?

Chris Hemsworth is 42 years old.

When was Chris Hemsworth born?

Chris Hemsworth was born the 11 August 1983.

Where is Chris Hemsworth from?

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.

On His Birth-Day

About August 11th, 1983, in brief:

  • Historical events: On August 11, 1983, two tornadoes struck Kentucky. The first, an F1 tornado, hit Warren County at 2:00 PM, injuring six people and damaging the Greenwood Trailer Park in Bowling Green. The second, an F0 tornado, affected Clark County at 2:50 PM, with its exact path near Winchester. These events are documented by the National Weather Service.
  • Day of the week: August 11th, 1983 was a Thursday
  • Zodiac Sign: Leo (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: Every Breath You Take by The Police
  • #1 UK song: Give It Up by KC & The Sunshine Band
  • Popular movie: WarGames directed by John Badham

Check the link for more news and curiosities on August 11th, 1983.

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Sources

  1. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Chris-Hemsworth
  2. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chris_Hemsworth
  3. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1165110/