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Gabourey Sidibe - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | May 06, 1983 |
|---|---|
| Age | 42 |
| Birthplace | Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus - (see also Gabourey Sidibe's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Pig |
| Generation | Millennial Generation |
| Known For | Leading role as Claireece 'Precious' Jones in 'Precious' (2009), and television roles in series such as 'Empire' and 'American Horror Story'. |
Intro
Gabourey Sidibe is an American actress best known for her leading role in the 2009 film 'Precious,' for which she received critical acclaim and multiple award nominations, including an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress.
Early Life & Background
Gabourey Sidibe was born to Alice Tan Ridley, a singer, and Ibnou Sidibe, a cab driver from Senegal. She was raised in Harlem, New York. Sidibe attended Mercy College and the City College of New York before starting her acting career.
Career Highlights
- Starred as Claireece 'Precious' Jones in the film 'Precious' (2009), earning Academy Award and Golden Globe nominations.
- Appeared in the TV series 'The Big C' (2010-2013).
- Played Becky Williams in 'Empire' (2015-2020).
- Featured in multiple seasons of 'American Horror Story' (2013–2018).
- Authored the memoir 'This Is Just My Face: Try Not to Stare' (2017).
Trivia
- Sidibe won an Independent Spirit Award for Best Female Lead for 'Precious.'
- She is of Senegalese descent on her father's side.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Gabourey Sidibe?
Gabourey Sidibe is 42 years old.
When was Gabourey Sidibe born?
Gabourey Sidibe was born the 6 May 1983.
Where is Gabourey Sidibe from?
Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About May 6th, 1983, in brief:
- Historical events: In May 1983, the 'Hitler Diaries,' which had been published by the German magazine Stern, were revealed to be forgeries. Experts determined that the diaries, which purported to be written by Adolf Hitler, contained numerous anachronisms and inconsistencies. The scandal highlighted issues of journalistic integrity and the challenges of verifying historical documents.
- Day of the week: May 6th, 1983 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Taurus (in western zodiac), Pig (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Beat It by Michael Jackson
- #1 UK song: True by Spandau Ballet
- Popular movie: WarGames directed by John Badham
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