Jackie Earle Haley - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | July 14, 1961 |
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| Age | 64 |
| Birthplace | Northridge, Los Angeles, California, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer - (see also Jackie Earle Haley's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Ox |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Acting roles in 'The Bad News Bears,' 'Breaking Away,' 'Watchmen,' and his Academy Award-nominated performance in 'Little Children.' |
Intro
Jackie Earle Haley is an American actor and director known for his roles as a child star in the 1970s and his acclaimed performances in films and television as an adult, including an Academy Award-nominated role in 'Little Children' and parts in 'Watchmen' and the 2010 reboot of 'A Nightmare on Elm Street.'
Early Life & Background
Jackie Earle Haley was born and raised in Northridge, California. He began his career as a child actor, appearing in commercials and television before landing major film roles in the 1970s.
Career Highlights
- Rose to fame as Kelly Leak in 'The Bad News Bears' (1976), reprising the role in subsequent sequels.
- Appeared in 'Breaking Away' (1979) and its short-lived TV series adaptation.
- Returned to prominence with an Oscar-nominated performance in 'Little Children' (2006).
- Portrayed the character Rorschach in 'Watchmen' (2009).
- Starred as Freddy Krueger in the 2010 reboot of 'A Nightmare on Elm Street.'
- Has appeared in television series such as 'Human Target' and 'Preacher.'
Trivia
- Was largely absent from major film roles in the late 1980s and 1990s before his successful comeback in the mid-2000s.
- His role in 'Little Children' earned him an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor.
- Worked as a director of commercials during his hiatus from acting.
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Jackie Earle Haley is 64 years old.
Jackie Earle Haley was born the 14 July 1961.
Northridge, Los Angeles, California, USA.
On His Birth-Day
About July 14th, 1961, in brief:
- Historical events: On July 14, 1961, Pope John XXIII published the encyclical 'Mater et Magistra' ('Mother and Teacher'), addressing the Church's role in social issues and advocating for social justice and economic development. The document emphasized the need for solidarity among nations and the importance of addressing poverty and inequality.
- Day of the week: July 14th, 1961 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Cancer (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Tossin' And Turnin' by Bobby Lewis
- #1 UK song: Runaway by Del Shannon
- Popular movie: West Side Story directed by Jerome Robbins, Robert Wise
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