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Emily Watson - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | January 14, 1967 |
|---|---|
| Age | 59 |
| Birthplace | London, England, UK |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn - (see also Emily Watson's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Horse |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Acclaimed roles in films such as 'Breaking the Waves', 'Hilary and Jackie', and the HBO miniseries 'Chernobyl'. |
Intro
Emily Watson is an acclaimed English actress known for her powerful and versatile performances in both film and television. She gained international recognition for her debut in the film 'Breaking the Waves' and has been nominated for numerous awards throughout her career.
Early Life & Background
Emily Watson was born and raised in London. She attended the University of Bristol, where she studied English, and later trained at the Drama Studio London.
Career Highlights
- Breakthrough role as Bess McNeill in 'Breaking the Waves' (1996), earning an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress.
- Starred as cellist Jacqueline du Pré in 'Hilary and Jackie' (1998), receiving her second Academy Award nomination.
- Featured in major films including 'Angela's Ashes' (1999), 'Punch-Drunk Love' (2002), and 'Red Dragon' (2002).
- Played a leading role in the acclaimed HBO miniseries 'Chernobyl' (2019), earning an Emmy nomination.
Trivia
- Emily Watson was appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in 2015 for services to drama.
- She was not the first choice for her debut film role in 'Breaking the Waves'; Helena Bonham Carter was originally cast.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Emily Watson?
Emily Watson is 59 years old.
When was Emily Watson born?
Emily Watson was born the 14 January 1967.
Where is Emily Watson from?
London, England, UK.
On Her Birth-Day
About January 14th, 1967, in brief:
- Day of the week: January 14th, 1967 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Capricorn (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: I'm A Believer by The Monkees
- #1 UK song: Green Green Grass Of Home by Tom Jones
- Popular movie: The Graduate directed by Mike Nichols
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