Daniel Sunjata - Biography, Age, Birthday, Chinese Zodiac & Facts
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Daniel Sunjata

Daniel Sunjata - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornDecember 30, 1971
Age54
BirthplaceEvanston, Illinois, USA
Zodiac SignCapricorn - (see also Daniel Sunjata's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacPig
GenerationGeneration X
Known ForTelevision series 'Rescue Me', 'Graceland'; films 'The Devil Wears Prada', 'The Dark Knight Rises'

Intro

Daniel Sunjata is an American actor best known for his roles in television series such as 'Rescue Me' and 'Graceland', as well as his work on Broadway. He has appeared in major films including 'The Devil Wears Prada' and 'The Dark Knight Rises.'

Early Life & Background

Daniel Sunjata was raised in Evanston, Illinois, by adoptive parents. He is of mixed African, German, and Irish descent. He attended Mount Carmel High School in Chicago, Florida A&M University, and New York University's Tisch School of the Arts, where he earned his MFA.

Career Highlights

  • Starred as Franco Rivera in 'Rescue Me' (2004-2011)
  • Lead role of Paul Briggs in 'Graceland' (2013-2015)
  • Appeared in 'The Devil Wears Prada' (2006)
  • Portrayed firefighter in 'The Dark Knight Rises' (2012)
  • Received a Tony Award nomination for his performance in the Broadway play 'Take Me Out' (2003)

Trivia

  • His character in 'Rescue Me' reflected his own mixed heritage.
  • Named after the great African king Sundiata Keita.
  • Voiced roles in video games and animated series, including 'TOCA Race Driver 3.'

FAQs

People also ask

How old is Daniel Sunjata?

Daniel Sunjata is 54 years old.

When was Daniel Sunjata born?

Daniel Sunjata was born the 30 December 1971.

Where is Daniel Sunjata from?

Evanston, Illinois, USA.

On His Birth-Day

About December 30th, 1971, in brief:

  • Day of the week: December 30th, 1971 was a Thursday
  • Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: Brand New Key by Melanie
  • #1 UK song: I'd Like To Teach The World To Sing (In Perfect Harmony) by The New Seekers
  • Popular movie: A Clockwork Orange directed by Stanley Kubrick

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daniel_Sunjata
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0839357/