Cynthia Erivo - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 08, 1987 |
|---|---|
| Age | 39 |
| Birthplace | Stockwell, London, England, UK |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also Cynthia Erivo's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Tiger |
| Generation | Millennial Generation |
| Known For | Lead role as Celie in 'The Color Purple' (Broadway) and as Harriet Tubman in 'Harriet' (2019) |
Intro
Cynthia Erivo is a British actress, singer, and songwriter renowned for her work in theater, film, and television. She gained widespread acclaim for her role as Celie in the Broadway revival of 'The Color Purple,' which earned her a Tony Award. Erivo has also received Academy Award nominations for her performance in the film 'Harriet.'
Early Life & Background
Cynthia Onyedinmanasu Chinasaokwu Erivo was born in Stockwell, London to Nigerian parents. She attended La Retraite Roman Catholic Girls' School and later trained at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA).
Career Highlights
- Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical for 'The Color Purple' (2016)
- Grammy Award for Best Musical Theater Album for 'The Color Purple' (2017)
- Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Musical Performance in a Daytime Program (2017)
- Oscar and Golden Globe nominee for 'Harriet' (2019)
- Performances in television series such as 'The Outsider' (2020)
Trivia
- Erivo is also an accomplished songwriter and co-wrote and performed the Oscar-nominated song 'Stand Up' for 'Harriet.'
- She is among few performers to receive nominations for an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony (EGOT).
FAQs
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Cynthia Erivo is 39 years old.
Cynthia Erivo was born the 8 January 1987.
Stockwell, London, England, UK.
On Her Birth-Day
About January 8th, 1987, in brief:
- Historical events: On January 8, 1987, the Dow Jones Industrial Average closed at 2,002.25, marking its first time above the 2,000-point threshold. This milestone was achieved 14 years after the index first surpassed 1,000 points in 1972.
- Day of the week: January 8th, 1987 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Walk Like An Egyptian by Bangles
- #1 UK song: Reet Petite by Jackie Wilson
- Popular movie: The Untouchables directed by Brian De Palma
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