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Jane Velez-Mitchell - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | September 29, 1955 |
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| Age | 70 |
| Birthplace | New York City, New York, U.S. |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra - (see also Jane Velez-Mitchell's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Goat |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Hosting 'Jane Velez-Mitchell' on HLN, advocacy for animal rights and veganism, authoring several books on addiction and social justice issues. |
Intro
Jane Velez-Mitchell is an American television and social media journalist, author, and former host of "Jane Velez-Mitchell" on HLN, known for her advocacy on social justice, animal rights, addiction, and veganism.
Early Life & Background
Jane Velez-Mitchell was born on September 29, 1955, in New York City, to parents of Puerto Rican and Irish descent. She attended New York University (NYU), where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree.
Career Highlights
- Hosted her own daily news and issues show "Jane Velez-Mitchell" on HLN (2008–2014).
- Worked as a reporter and anchor for KCAL-TV and KCBS-TV in Los Angeles.
- Served as a fill-in host for Nancy Grace and appeared frequently on CNN, Court TV, and E!.
- Founded JaneUnchained.com, a digital news outlet focused on animal rights and vegan lifestyles.
- Authored books including 'iWant: My Journey from Addiction and Overconsumption to a Simpler, Honest Life' and 'Secrets Can Be Murder: What America’s Most Sensational Crimes Tell Us About Ourselves.'
Trivia
- Velez-Mitchell publicly came out as a lesbian in 2007.
- She has won several awards for her journalism, including a Genesis Award from the Humane Society of the United States for her reporting on animal protection issues.
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How old is Jane Velez-Mitchell?
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Jane Velez-Mitchell was born the 29 September 1955.
Where is Jane Velez-Mitchell from?
New York City, New York, U.S..
On Her Birth-Day
About September 29th, 1955, in brief:
- Historical events: Arthur Miller's play 'A View from the Bridge' premiered on September 29, 1955, in New York City. The play explores themes of immigration, family, and justice, and has since become a classic of American theater.
- Day of the week: September 29th, 1955 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: Only You (And You Alone) by The Platters
- #1 UK song: The Man From Laramie by Jimmy Young
- Popular movie: I'll Cry Tomorrow directed by Daniel Mann
Check the link for more news and curiosities on September 29th, 1955.