Ellen Barkin - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | April 16, 1954 |
|---|---|
| Age | 72 |
| Birthplace | The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries - (see also Ellen Barkin's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Horse |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Film roles in 'Diner,' 'The Big Easy,' 'Sea of Love,' and the television series 'Animal Kingdom.' |
Intro
Ellen Barkin is an American actress and producer known for her distinctive voice and versatile roles in film, theater, and television. She gained critical acclaim in the 1980s and 1990s for her performances in films such as 'Diner' and 'The Big Easy.'
Early Life & Background
Ellen Barkin was born to a Jewish family in The Bronx, New York City. Her mother, Evelyn, was a hospital administrator, and her father, Sol Barkin, was a chemical salesman. She attended Manhattan's High School of Performing Arts and later studied history and drama at Hunter College.
Career Highlights
- Breakthrough role in 'Diner' (1982)
- Co-starred with Dennis Quaid in 'The Big Easy' (1986)
- Starred alongside Al Pacino in 'Sea of Love' (1989)
- Won a Primetime Emmy Award for 'Before Women Had Wings' (1997)
- Starred in the TNT drama 'Animal Kingdom' (2016–2019)
Trivia
- Received a Tony Award nomination for her Broadway debut in 'The Normal Heart' (2011).
- Known for her distinctively husky voice.
- Formerly married to actor Gabriel Byrne and businessman Ronald O. Perelman.
FAQs
People also ask
Ellen Barkin is 72 years old.
Ellen Barkin was born the 16 April 1954.
The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About April 16th, 1954, in brief:
- Historical events: On April 16, 1954, Vice President Richard Nixon made a statement regarding U.S. policy in Indochina, emphasizing the importance of preventing the spread of communism. This statement was part of the broader context of U.S. involvement in Southeast Asia during the Cold War.
- Day of the week: April 16th, 1954 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: The Man Upstairs by Kay Starr
- #1 UK song: I See The Moon by The Stargazers
- Popular movie: Rear Window directed by Alfred Hitchcock
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