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Irene Bedard - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | July 22, 1967 |
|---|---|
| Age | 58 |
| Birthplace | Anchorage, Alaska, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer - (see also Irene Bedard's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Goat |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Voicing the title character in Disney's 'Pocahontas' (1995) and roles in 'Smoke Signals' and 'Into the West'. |
Intro
Irene Bedard is an American actress and producer, best known for her voice role as Pocahontas in the 1995 Disney animated film. She is recognized for portraying strong Native American women in film and television.
Early Life & Background
Irene Bedard was born to Inupiat and French Canadian/Cree parents in Anchorage, Alaska. She attended the University of the Arts in Philadelphia, where she studied musical theater.
Career Highlights
- Voiced the lead character in Disney's 'Pocahontas' (1995) and its sequel.
- Starred in 'Smoke Signals' (1998), a groundbreaking film for Native American representation.
- Portrayed Margaret Light Shines in the TV miniseries 'Into the West' (2005).
- Appeared in other notable projects such as 'The New World' (2005) and 'Rutherford Falls' (2021).
Trivia
- Chosen as one of People magazine's '50 Most Beautiful People' in 1995.
- Served as a role model and ambassador for Native American causes.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Irene Bedard?
Irene Bedard is 58 years old.
When was Irene Bedard born?
Irene Bedard was born the 22 July 1967.
Where is Irene Bedard from?
Anchorage, Alaska, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About July 22nd, 1967, in brief:
- Day of the week: July 22nd, 1967 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Windy by The Association
- #1 UK song: A Whiter Shade Of Pale by Procol Harum
- Popular movie: The Graduate directed by Mike Nichols
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