Emma Thompson - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | April 15, 1959 |
|---|---|
| Age | 66 |
| Birthplace | Paddington, London, England, UK |
| Zodiac Sign | Aries - (see also Emma Thompson's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Pig |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Academy Award-winning performances in films such as 'Howards End' and 'Sense and Sensibility'; notable roles in 'Love Actually', 'The Remains of the Day', and the 'Harry Potter' series. |
Intro
Emma Thompson is an acclaimed British actress, screenwriter, and author who has achieved international recognition for her roles in film, television, and theatre. She is known for her versatile performances and is a recipient of multiple major awards, including Oscars and BAFTAs.
Early Life & Background
Emma Thompson was born to actors Eric Thompson and Phyllida Law. She attended the University of Cambridge, where she was a member of the comedy troupe Footlights, developing her passion for acting and writing during her university years.
Career Highlights
- Won the Academy Award for Best Actress for 'Howards End' (1992)
- Won the Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay for 'Sense and Sensibility' (1995)
- Received BAFTA awards for both acting and writing
- Starred in major films including 'Love Actually', 'The Remains of the Day', 'Nanny McPhee', and the 'Harry Potter' series as Professor Sybill Trelawney
- Named Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire (DBE) in 2018 for her services to drama
Trivia
- Emma Thompson is the only person to have won Academy Awards for both acting and writing.
- She is an activist for human rights and environmental causes.
FAQs
People also ask
Emma Thompson is 66 years old.
Emma Thompson was born the 15 April 1959.
Paddington, London, England, UK.
On Her Birth-Day
About April 15th, 1959, in brief:
- Historical events: John Foster Dulles, the U.S. Secretary of State, resigned on April 15, 1959, due to health issues. His resignation marked the end of a significant era in U.S. foreign policy during the Cold War.
- Day of the week: April 15th, 1959 was a Wednesday
- Zodiac Sign: Aries (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Come Softly To Me by The Fleetwoods
- #1 UK song: Side Saddle by Russ Conway
- Popular movie: Some Like It Hot directed by Billy Wilder
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