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Colin Firth - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | September 10, 1960 |
|---|---|
| Age | 65 |
| Birthplace | Grayshott, Hampshire, England |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo - (see also Colin Firth's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rat |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Starring roles in 'The King's Speech', 'Pride and Prejudice' (1995), 'A Single Man', 'Bridget Jones's Diary', and 'Love Actually'. |
Intro
Colin Firth is an acclaimed English actor known for his versatile performances in film, television, and theatre. He gained widespread recognition for his roles in period dramas and romantic comedies, becoming one of the UK's most respected and decorated actors.
Early Life & Background
Colin Firth was born to academic parents and spent part of his childhood in Nigeria and the USA before returning to the UK. He developed an interest in acting during his school years and trained at the Drama Centre London.
Career Highlights
- Won the Academy Award for Best Actor for 'The King's Speech' (2010).
- Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actor for 'A Single Man' (2009).
- Gained widespread recognition as Mr. Darcy in the BBC adaptation of 'Pride and Prejudice' (1995).
- Starred in popular films such as 'Bridget Jones's Diary' (2001), 'Love Actually' (2003), 'Mamma Mia!' (2008), and 'The King's Man' (2021).
- Received multiple BAFTA, Golden Globe, and Screen Actors Guild awards and nominations.
Trivia
- He was awarded a CBE (Commander of the Order of the British Empire) in 2011 for services to drama.
- Firth has supported various humanitarian causes, including refugee advocacy and literacy initiatives.
- He is fluent in Italian, having become a citizen of Italy in addition to the UK.
- Appeared in two films that won the Academy Award for Best Picture: 'The English Patient' (1996) and 'The King's Speech' (2010).
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Colin Firth?
Colin Firth is 65 years old.
When was Colin Firth born?
Colin Firth was born the 10 September 1960.
Where is Colin Firth from?
Grayshott, Hampshire, England.
On His Birth-Day
About September 10th, 1960, in brief:
- Historical events: On September 10, 1960, Abebe Bikila of Ethiopia won the Olympic marathon in Rome, becoming the first African to win a gold medal in the event. He famously ran the race barefoot, setting a new world record.
- Day of the week: September 10th, 1960 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo (in western zodiac), Rat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: It's Now Or Never by Elvis Presley
- #1 UK song: Apache by The Shadows
- Popular movie: Psycho directed by Alfred Hitchcock
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