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Hilary Swank

Hilary Swank - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornJuly 30, 1974
Age51
BirthplaceLincoln, Nebraska, USA
Zodiac SignLeo - (see also Hilary Swank's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacTiger
GenerationGeneration X
Known ForHer Academy Award-winning roles in 'Boys Don't Cry' (1999) and 'Million Dollar Baby' (2004).

Intro

Hilary Swank is an American actress and film producer, widely recognized for her powerful and critically acclaimed performances in a range of film roles. She is a two-time Academy Award winner, noted for her versatility and dedication to her craft.

Early Life & Background

Hilary Swank grew up in Bellingham, Washington, after being born in Lincoln, Nebraska. She showed an early interest in both acting and athletics, competing in swimming and gymnastics at the junior Olympic level. Swank moved to Los Angeles with her mother to pursue her acting career as a teenager.[1][2]

Career Highlights

  • Won the Academy Award for Best Actress for 'Boys Don't Cry' (1999).
  • Won the Academy Award for Best Actress for 'Million Dollar Baby' (2004).
  • Starred in major films including 'The Gift' (2000), 'Insomnia' (2002), and 'P.S. I Love You' (2007).
  • Appeared in the television series 'Beverly Hills, 90210' early in her career.
  • Known for intense preparation for roles, including physical transformations and extensive training.

Trivia

  • Hilary Swank was temporarily homeless with her mother when they moved to Los Angeles in pursuit of her career.[1]
  • She was named one of People magazine's '50 Most Beautiful People in the World' in 2000.[3]
  • Swank's portrayal of transgender man Brandon Teena in 'Boys Don't Cry' brought critical acclaim and widespread recognition.

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How old is Hilary Swank?

Hilary Swank is 51 years old.

When was Hilary Swank born?

Hilary Swank was born the 30 July 1974.

Where is Hilary Swank from?

Lincoln, Nebraska, USA.

On Her Birth-Day

About July 30th, 1974, in brief:

  • Historical events: On July 30, 1974, under coercion from the U.S. Supreme Court, President Richard Nixon released subpoenaed White House recordings to special prosecutor Leon Jaworski. This action followed the Senate Select Committee on Presidential Campaign Activities' televised hearings and the Supreme Court's unanimous decision in United States v. Nixon, which ordered the release of the tapes. The tapes included conversations that implicated Nixon in the Watergate scandal, leading to his resignation on August 8, 1974.
  • Day of the week: July 30th, 1974 was a Tuesday
  • Zodiac Sign: Leo (in western zodiac), Tiger (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • #1 US song: Annie's Song by John Denver
  • #1 UK song: She by Charles Aznavour
  • Popular movie: Young Frankenstein directed by Mel Brooks

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hilary_Swank
  2. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Hilary-Swank
  3. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0005476/