Christina Ricci - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | February 12, 1980 |
|---|---|
| Age | 46 |
| Birthplace | Santa Monica, California, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius - (see also Christina Ricci's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Goat |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Acclaimed roles in films such as 'The Addams Family,' 'Casper,' 'The Ice Storm,' 'Sleepy Hollow,' and the Showtime series 'Yellowjackets'. |
Intro
Christina Ricci is an American actress renowned for her work in both film and television, especially for her portrayals of dark, quirky characters. Rising to fame as a child star in the early 1990s, she has built a reputation for her versatility and distinctive screen presence.
Early Life & Background
Ricci was born as the youngest of four children to Sarah (née Murdoch), a real estate agent, and Ralph Ricci, a lawyer and therapist. The family moved to Montclair, New Jersey, where she attended Edgemont Elementary School, Glenfield Middle School, Montclair High School, and the Morristown-Beard School, before leaving high school to pursue acting full time.
Career Highlights
- Breakout role as Wednesday Addams in 'The Addams Family' (1991) and its sequel 'Addams Family Values' (1993).
- Starred as Kat Harvey in 'Casper' (1995), solidifying her status as a prominent child actress.
- Critically acclaimed performances in 'The Ice Storm' (1997), 'Buffalo '66' (1998), and 'The Opposite of Sex' (1998), earning a Golden Globe nomination.
- Portrayed Katrina Van Tassel in Tim Burton's 'Sleepy Hollow' (1999) and appeared in 'Monster' (2003).
- Received an Emmy Award nomination for her guest appearance on 'Grey's Anatomy' (2006).
- More recently starred as Misty in the acclaimed series 'Yellowjackets' (2021–present).
Trivia
- Ricci is known for embracing unconventional and dark roles throughout her career.
- She is an advocate for various social causes, including support for the Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN).
- Her height is approximately 5 feet 1 inch (155 cm).
- She married dolly grip Mark Hampton in 2021 and has two children.
FAQs
People also ask
Christina Ricci is 46 years old.
Christina Ricci was born the 12 February 1980.
Santa Monica, California, United States.
On Her Birth-Day
About February 12th, 1980, in brief:
- Historical events: On February 12, 1980, during the first Test against the West Indies in Dunedin, Richard Hadlee took his 117th Test wicket, surpassing Richard Collinge's previous New Zealand record. He achieved this milestone by dismissing Alvin Kallicharran lbw. Hadlee's performance in the match included seven lbw dismissals, setting a new Test record for the most lbws in a single game.
- Day of the week: February 12th, 1980 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Do That To Me One More Time by Captain and Tennille
- #1 UK song: Too Much Too Young (The Special AKA Live! EP) by The Specials
- Popular movie: The Blues Brothers directed by John Landis
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