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Elijah Wood - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornJanuary 29, 1981
Age45
BirthplaceCedar Rapids, Iowa, USA
Zodiac SignAquarius - (see also Elijah Wood's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacMonkey
GenerationMillennial Generation
Known ForPortraying Frodo Baggins in 'The Lord of the Rings' trilogy.

Intro

Elijah Wood is an acclaimed American actor best known for portraying Frodo Baggins in Peter Jackson's 'The Lord of the Rings' trilogy. He began his career as a child actor and has gone on to perform in a diverse array of film and television roles, earning recognition for his versatility and longevity in the industry.

Early Life & Background

Elijah Wood was born in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. He began modeling and acting in local advertisements at a young age, and his family moved to Los Angeles to support his burgeoning career. Before his breakthrough, he appeared in several music videos and small television roles.

Career Highlights

  • Starred as Frodo Baggins in 'The Lord of the Rings' trilogy (2001-2003).
  • Debuted in 'Back to the Future Part II' (1989).
  • Child actor credits include 'Radio Flyer' (1992) and 'The Good Son' (1993).
  • Appeared in 'Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind' (2004) and 'Sin City' (2005).
  • Voiced Mumble in the animated film 'Happy Feet' (2006) and its sequel.
  • Lead role in TV series 'Wilfred' (FX, 2011–2014).
  • Co-founder of the production company SpectreVision.

Trivia

  • Elijah Wood is an avid music collector and DJ.
  • He is the second of three children.
  • He received a Saturn Award and several other nominations for his role in 'The Lord of the Rings'.

FAQs

People also ask

How old is Elijah Wood?

Elijah Wood is 45 years old.

When was Elijah Wood born?

Elijah Wood was born the 29 January 1981.

Where is Elijah Wood from?

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, USA.

On His Birth-Day

About January 29th, 1981, in brief:

  • Historical events: President Ronald Reagan held his first press conference on January 29, 1981, shortly after taking office. During this event, he addressed various issues, including his administration's economic policies and foreign relations. The press conference marked a significant moment in Reagan's presidency, showcasing his communication style and approach to media engagement.
  • Day of the week: January 29th, 1981 was a Thursday
  • Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Monkey (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: The Tide Is High by Blondie
  • #1 UK song: Imagine by John Lennon
  • Popular movie: On Golden Pond directed by Mark Rydell

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elijah_Wood
  2. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Elijah-Wood
  3. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000704/